In the Bad Lands by Bertrand W. Sinclair
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About this eBook
| Author | Sinclair, Bertrand W., 1881-1972 |
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| Title | In the Bad Lands |
| Original Publication | United States: Street & Smith Publications, 1927. |
| Note | Reading ease score: 95.4 (5th grade). Very easy to read. |
| Credits | Roger Frank and Sue Clark |
| Summary | "In the Bad Lands" by Bertrand W. Sinclair is a novel set in the early 20th century, likely during the 1920s. The story revolves around the rugged lives of cowboys and their interactions within a harsh and unforgiving landscape known as the Bad Lands. This fictional narrative delves into themes of family ties, loyalty, and the impact of choice in the face of moral dilemmas against a backdrop of the American frontier. The plot follows Bad Land Bill, a young cowboy who becomes embroiled in a family tragedy that escalates into violence. After his father wanders into camp, nearly frozen and distressed, Bad Land Bill learns that his brother Jed has been killed by a rival, Munson, who has also abducted a girl named Dolly, whom Bill cares for. Bill, unable to remain passive, sets out to confront Munson, accompanied by Charlie Shaw, the range boss. As the story unfolds, they discover the tumultuous events that led to the confrontation, including Jed's troubled relationship with Dolly and Munson's violent behavior. Ultimately, the narrative reveals the profound themes of love, revenge, and resilience in the face of adversity, culminating in a gripping and transformative journey for Bill and Dolly. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PS: Language and Literatures: American and Canadian literature |
| Subject | Short stories |
| Subject | Western stories |
| Subject | Cowboys -- Fiction |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 70794 |
| Release Date | May 18, 2023 |
| Most Recently Updated | May 20, 2023 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
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