The Last of the Plainsmen - Zane Grey - Bog

The Last of the Plainsmen is a historical non-fiction book written by Zane Grey, first published in 1908. The book is based on the author's personal experiences and adventures while he was on a hunting trip with a famous Plainsman named Buffalo Jones. The story is set in the late 19th century and follows the journey of Buffalo Jones, who is on a mission to capture and preserve some of the last remaining American bison, which were on the brink of extinction at the time. The book is divided into two parts, the first part is a detailed account of Buffalo Jones' life, his experiences and his hunting methods. The second part of the book is a collection of stories and anecdotes about the Plainsmen and their way of life. The author describes the beauty and harshness of the American West, the wildlife, and the people who lived there. The Last of the Plainsmen is a fascinating read for anyone interested in American history, wildlife, and adventure. It provides a unique insight into the lives of the Plainsmen and their relationship with the land and animals. The book is written in a vivid and engaging style that transports the reader to the wild and rugged landscapes of the American West.1908. With illustrations and photographs by the author. Grey, famous for his western novels, writes his remembrances about Buffalo Jones, who labored, pursued, captured and tamed buffalo, for which the West gave him fame, and the name Preserver of the American Bison. Contents: The Arizona Desert; The Range; The Last Herd; The Trail; Oak Spring; The White Mustang; Snake Gulch; Naza! Naza! Naza!; The Land of the Musk-Ox; Success and Failure; On to the Siwash; Old Tom; Singing Cliffs; All Heroes But One; Jones on Cougars; and Kitty. 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.