Bernard De Voto Quotes

A collection of quotes by Bernard De Voto.

Bernard De Voto (1897-1955) was an American writer, historian, and literary critic. Born in Ogden, Utah, he gained recognition for his extensive research and writings on American history during the 19th century, with a particular focus on the Western frontier and the preservation of public lands. De Voto's work delved into various topics, including the exploration of the American West, the accounts of Lewis and Clark, and the history of the American constitutional period. He won the Pulitzer Prize for History in 1948 for his highly acclaimed book "Across the Wide Missouri."