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   Message 263 of 1,275   
   GTT to Gwen Angelheart   
   Re: Elements of a Western?   
   03 Dec 03 01:47:48   
   
   From: laro@idworld.net   
      
   "Gwen Angelheart"  wrote in message   
   news:MPG.1a35ebcc377f1595989681@news.verizon.net...   
   > Hello,   
   >   
   > I'm performing some research for an essay I'm writing, and I was   
   > wondering if anyone would be willing to volunteer their opinion on what   
   > they think are the elements of a good Western story?   
   >   
   > It seems stories of vengence or the quest for a better life are common.   
   > As are stark contrasts between good and bad people.   
   >   
   > Thanks for any insights you may share with me!   
   >   
   > ---Gwen   
      
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