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Pearl Zane Grey (1872 -1939) was an American dentist and author best known for his popular adventure novels and stories associated with the Western genre in literature and the arts; he idealized the American frontier. Riders of the Purple Sage (1912) was his best-selling book. In addition to the commercial success of his printed works, they had second lives and continuing influence when adapted as films and television productions. His novels and short stories have been adapted into 112 films, two television episodes, and a television series, Dick Powell's Zane Grey Theater. In this book: The Man of the Forest The Rainbow Trail Wildfire

Pearl Zane Grey (January 31, 1872 - October 23, 1939) was an American author best known for his popular adventure novels and stories that were a basis for the Western genre in literature and the arts; he idealized the American frontier. Riders of the Purple Sage (1912) was his best-selling book. In addition to the commercial success of his printed works, they had second lives and continuing influence when adapted as films and television productions. His novels and short stories have been adapted into 112 films, two television episodes, and a television series, Dick Powell's Zane Grey

Three novels in one book! RIDERS OF THE PURPLE SAGE THE LONE STAR RANGER THE MYSTERIOUS RIDER Three books for one low price in one excellent volume!

The story describes the recent uprising along the border, and ends with the finding of the gold which two prospectors had willed to the girl who is the story's heroine.

The Panhandle was a lonely purple range land, unfenced and wind swept. Bill Smith, cattleman, threw up a cabin and looked at the future with hopeful eyes. One day while plowing almost out of sight of his little home-which that morning he had left apprehensively owing to an impending event-he espied his wife Margaret coming along the edge of the plowed field. She had brought his lunch this day, despite his order to the contrary. Bill dropped the loop of his driving reins over the plow handle and strode toward her. Presently she halted wearily and sat down where the dark rich overturned earth met the line of bleached grass. Bill meant to scold Margaret for bringing his lunch, but it developed she had brought him something more. A son!

Three books in one volume! THE DESERT OF WHEAT THE U.P. TRAIL TALES OF LONELY TRAILS Save some cash by getting this Omnibus edition.

This Is A New Release Of The Original 1918 Edition.

In the early sixties a trail led from the broad Missouri, swirling yellow and turgid between its green-groved borders, for miles and miles out upon the grassy Nebraska plains, turning westward over the undulating prairie, with its swales and billows and long, winding lines of cottonwoods, to a slow, vast heave of rising ground-Wyoming-where the herds of buffalo grazed and the wolf was lord and the campfire of the trapper sent up its curling blue smoke from beside some lonely stream; on and on over the barren lands of eternal monotony, all so gray and wide and solemn and silent under the endless sky; on, ever on, up to the bleak, black hills and into the waterless gullies and through the rocky gorges where the deer browsed and the savage lurked; then slowly rising to the pass between the great bold peaks, and across the windy uplands into Utah, with its verdant valleys, green as emeralds, and its haze-filled canons and wonderful wind-worn cliffs and walls, and its pale salt lakes, veiled in the shadows of stark and lofty rocks, dim, lilac-colored, austere, and isolated.

1903. Using an old note book that had been discovered in some rubbish as the source for his main facts, Grey tells the story of the famous exploit of Elizabeth Zane, which involved her brother's capture by the Indian Princess, of the burning of the Fort, and of her own race for life. See other titles by this author available from Kessinger Publishing.

Richard B. Foster brings you another classic by Zane Grey. Clearly a literary great, Grey gave his great gifts to the world with his classic works, including this western short story, "Death Valley." Enjoy Grey's amazing imagination as you take a trip into the Old West.

Arguably Zane Grey's most popular novel and a forerunner of the western genre, Riders of the Purple Sage tells the story of a Mormon woman caught between the persecution of religious zealots and several "Gentile" gunmen seeking to lend her a helping hand. Set in Utah during the nineteenth century, this novel offers an early critique on the practice of polygamy and plural marriage in the Old West.

The Day of the Beast is a western novel written by Zane Grey. The story is set in Arizona and follows the life of two brothers, Martin and Jim, who are forced to leave their home after their father is killed by a group of outlaws. The brothers are determined to seek revenge and set out on a dangerous journey to find the killers.As they travel through the harsh desert terrain, they encounter a variety of characters, including a beautiful Mexican girl named Juanita, who becomes a love interest for Martin. Along the way, they also encounter a mysterious figure known as the ""Beast"" who is feared by everyone in the region.The brothers soon discover that the Beast is actually a former outlaw named John Wesley Hardin, who has turned his life around and is now a respected member of society. Hardin agrees to help the brothers in their quest for revenge, but they soon realize that their enemies are more powerful than they thought.The Day of the Beast is a thrilling tale of adventure, romance, and revenge, set against the backdrop of the Wild West. It is a classic western novel that is sure to captivate readers with its vivid descriptions of the rugged landscape and its colorful cast of characters.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

The tall, young Texan had gambled, fought, and killed in every town from Montana to Mexico. He'd been in plenty of places where there was no law, but this little hellhole was the worst. Jard Hardman and his son Dick were the law. They owned the marshal and used him to rob the town blind. These were the men Panhandle Smith had come to find-and destroy. Pan had bluffed them once, but the young gunfighter knew that this time they would call him!

This Is A New Release Of The Original 1921 Edition.

Romance of the American Indian-the tragedy and glory of the race. Considered one of Zane Grey's best novels, it reveals Grey's empathy for the Native American and his deep concern for the future survival of that culture. It is the story of Nophaie, a young Navajo, who is picked up by a party of whites at the age of seven. White parents bring the child up as though he were their own, eventually sending him to a prestigious Eastern college where he distinguishes himself by his outstanding athletic skill. The Vanishing American is about Nophaie's struggle to find a place in society. On a larger scale it is about all Native Americans and their future in America.

He was known as Deathwind to the Ohio Valley Indians, and now Lewis Wetzel must single-handedly save Fort Henry. Armed only with his long rifle and knife, he heads out on a one-man rampage to stop the bloody border wars, to face down Chief Wingenund and to avenge the brutal missionary massacre at Village of Peace.

Three novels in one book! THE BORDER LEGION THE CALL OF THE CANYON DESERT GOLD Three books for one low price in one excellent volume!

Three books in one volume! THE YOUNG PITCHER THE REDHEADED OUTFIELD & OTHER BASEBALL STORIES THE DAY OF THE BEAST Three books for one low price in one excellent volume!

Pearl Zane Grey (1872 - 1939) was an American author best known for his popular adventure novels and stories that presented an idealized image of the American frontier. Riders of the Purple Sage (1912) was his best-selling book. In addition to the success of his printed works, they later had second lives and continuing influence when adapted as films and television productions. As of 2012, 112 films, two television episodes, and a television series, Dick Powell's Zane Grey Theater, had been made that were based loosely on his novels and short stories. Grey became one of the first millionaire authors. With his veracity and emotional intensity, he connected with millions of readers worldwide, during peacetime and war, and inspired many Western writers who followed him. He was the author of more than 90 books, some published posthumously and/or based on serials originally published in magazines. Volume TWO In this book: The Spirit of the Border Valley of Wild Horses Tales of Fishes The Last Trail Last of the Plainsmen

The Redheaded Outfield and Other Baseball Stories

Three related novels in one book: BETTY ZANE THE SPIRIT OF THE BORDER THE LAST TRAIL Three books for one low price in one excellent volume!

This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the original. Due to its age, it may contain imperfections such as marks, notations, marginalia and flawed pages. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions that are true to the original work.

Riders of the Purple Sage is a classic Western novel written by Zane Grey. The book tells the story of Jane Withersteen, a wealthy and independent woman who lives on a ranch in Utah in the late 1800s. She is at odds with the Mormon community in which she lives, as they disapprove of her non-Mormon beliefs and her refusal to marry one of their own. When Jane befriends a young man named Lassiter, a notorious gunman with a mysterious past, she finds herself drawn into a dangerous conflict with the local Mormon leader, Elder Tull. As tensions rise and violence threatens to erupt, Jane must rely on Lassiter and her own courage to protect her land and her way of life. Riders of the Purple Sage is a gripping tale of love, betrayal, and redemption set against the rugged beauty of the American West. It is a timeless classic of the Western genre and a must-read for fans of Zane Grey and Western literature.1912. From the master of the western comes the novel that rocketed him to popularity. The story begins: A sharp clip-clop of iron-shod hoofs deadened and died away, and clouds of yellow dust drifted from under the cottonwoods out over the sage. Jane Withersteen gazed down the wide purple slope with dreamy and troubled eyes. A rider had just left her and it was his message that held her thoughtful and almost sad, awaiting the churchmen who were coming to resent and attack her right to befriend a Gentile. See other titles by this author available from Kessinger Publishing.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

Kidnapped from a soft life, millionaire's daughter Janey Endicott is forced to join an archaeological expedition. But the harsh realities facing her are softened by the prospect of a new love. A tale of romance in the Old West. The heroine is Jane Endicott - a spirited young woman who travels to Arizona with her father. She falls in love with this rough and rugged frontier - not to mention the eligible young cowboys. Her father, rushing in where angels fear to tread, tries to match her with the son of an old friend. Complications arise.

This Is A New Release Of The Original 1911 Edition.

This is a reproduction of a book published before 1923. This book may have occasional imperfections such as missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. that were either part of the original artifact, or were introduced by the scanning process. We believe this work is culturally important, and despite the imperfections, have elected to bring it back into print as part of our continuing commitment to the preservation of printed works worldwide. We appreciate your understanding of the imperfections in the preservation process, and hope you enjoy this valuable book. ++++ The below data was compiled from various identification fields in the bibliographic record of this title. This data is provided as an additional tool in helping to ensure edition identification: ++++ The Spirit Of The Border Zane Grey Grosset & Dunlap, 1906