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Title: The valley of lost herds
Original Publication: United States: The Butterick Publishing Company, 1927.
Note: Reading ease score: 94.2 (5th grade). Very easy to read.
Credits: Roger Frank and Sue Clark
Summary: "The Valley of Lost Herds" by W. C. Tuttle is a novel from the early 20th century that delves into the tumultuous life of ranchers in America’s West. The story revolves around themes of cattle rustling, rivalry, and the dynamics of power and family relationships within the harsh realities of ranch life. The book likely reflects the social and economic challenges of cattle ranching during the period, highlighting the struggles and conflicts that arise from such a competitive landscape. The narrative centers on Park Reber, a cattle baron who has built himself a vast empire within the Reber Valley, but faces constant threats from rustlers, particularly Buck Priest and Jack Silver. After an attempted assassination by Buck Priest, Reber finds himself recovering with the help of June Meline, a captivating violinist who also becomes a pivotal figure in the unfolding drama. As the plot thickens, it becomes clear that the conflicts run deeper than mere rivalry; they are intertwined with themes of betrayal and hidden lineage. The tension escalates to a showdown that not only reveals the true nature of loyalty and family but also leads to unexpected alliances. Ultimately, the story has a blend of action, suspense, and character development, leading to a dramatic resolution that reshapes the fates of those involved in the rugged, lawless world of cattle ranching. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Author: Tuttle, W. C. (Wilbur C.), 1883-1969
EBook No.: 70832
Published: May 22, 2023
Downloads: 52
Language: English
Subject: Western stories
Subject: Cattle stealing -- Fiction
Subject: Ranchers -- Fiction
LoCC: Language and Literatures: American and Canadian literature
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.
This edition has images.
Title: The valley of lost herds
Original Publication: United States: The Butterick Publishing Company, 1927.
Note: Reading ease score: 94.2 (5th grade). Very easy to read.
Credits: Roger Frank and Sue Clark
Summary: "The Valley of Lost Herds" by W. C. Tuttle is a novel from the early 20th century that delves into the tumultuous life of ranchers in America’s West. The story revolves around themes of cattle rustling, rivalry, and the dynamics of power and family relationships within the harsh realities of ranch life. The book likely reflects the social and economic challenges of cattle ranching during the period, highlighting the struggles and conflicts that arise from such a competitive landscape. The narrative centers on Park Reber, a cattle baron who has built himself a vast empire within the Reber Valley, but faces constant threats from rustlers, particularly Buck Priest and Jack Silver. After an attempted assassination by Buck Priest, Reber finds himself recovering with the help of June Meline, a captivating violinist who also becomes a pivotal figure in the unfolding drama. As the plot thickens, it becomes clear that the conflicts run deeper than mere rivalry; they are intertwined with themes of betrayal and hidden lineage. The tension escalates to a showdown that not only reveals the true nature of loyalty and family but also leads to unexpected alliances. Ultimately, the story has a blend of action, suspense, and character development, leading to a dramatic resolution that reshapes the fates of those involved in the rugged, lawless world of cattle ranching. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Author: Tuttle, W. C. (Wilbur C.), 1883-1969
EBook No.: 70832
Published: May 22, 2023
Downloads: 52
Language: English
Subject: Western stories
Subject: Cattle stealing -- Fiction
Subject: Ranchers -- Fiction
LoCC: Language and Literatures: American and Canadian literature
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.