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The Question and Answer section for Shane is a great resource to ask questions, find answers, and discuss the novel.
Shane is very much like Joe. Joe Starrett is not mythic figure seeking redemption; he is merely a great father, great husband, great friend and devoted to doing his part to extend the frontier. Within that simplicity there is genuine heroism,...
An aura of mystery hangs over Shane throughout the narrative, creating an obstacle to the reader or the characters ever getting to know him. In terms of the real life job creative writing, Shane is definitely worth an A-plus because the real...
Mariana had feelings for both Shane and Joe. She supports them in much the same way. She cooks for them and offers her tender heart to both.
