
Killing Mister Watson is a compelling fictionalized account of the killing of historical figure Edgar Watson in the turn of the 20th century Everglades. The story is told from multiple perspectives, shedding light on prejudices in the South during that time period. The book explores the character of Watson and those who turned against him, providing insight into the challenges faced by settlers in the dangerous environment of the Florida Everglades.
The narrative of Killing Mister Watson is structured through various voices, each chapter being related by a different narrator, offering a depth and complexity to the story. The book delves into the cultural aspects of the gulf coast of south central Florida, portraying an atmospheric and ambiguous account of historical events surrounding Watson's life and the mysteries of his character.
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Content warnings include themes of violence, murder, lynching, racism, and historical injustices.
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Drawn from fragments of historical fact, Matthiessen's masterpiece brilliantly depicts the fortunes and misfortunes of Edgar J. Watson, a real-life entrepreneur and outlaw who appeared in the lawless Florida Everglades around the turn of the century.
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Watson is a near perfect character
About the Author:
Peter Matthiessen was born in New York City in 1927 and had already begun his writing career by the time he graduated from Yale University in 1950. The following year, he was a founder of The Paris Review. Besides At Play in…
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