Review:

Brokeback Mountain By Annie Proulx

overall review score: 4.5
score is between 0 and 5
Brokeback Mountain is a short story by Annie Proulx that explores the complex relationship between two cowboys, Ennis Del Mar and Jack Twist, who fall in love while working together as sheep herders in Wyoming.

Key Features

  • Exploration of LGBTQ+ themes
  • Portrayal of love in a conservative setting
  • Character development of Ennis and Jack

Pros

  • Compelling and emotional storytelling
  • Characters with depth and complexity
  • Impactful exploration of societal norms

Cons

  • May be controversial for some readers due to themes of homosexuality

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Last updated: Sun, Mar 22, 2026, 01:37:46 PM UTC