The Mysterious Rider (Illustrated): Wild West Adventure

Zane Grey

Dec 2023 · DigiCat

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This carefully crafted ebook: "The Mysterious Rider (Illustrated)" is formatted for your eReader with a functional and detailed table of contents. "Seventeen years ago miners working a claim of Belllounds's in the mountains above Middle Park had found a child asleep in the columbines along the trail. Near that point Indians, probably Arapahoes coming across the mountains to attack the Utes, had captured or killed the occupants of a prairie-schooner. There was no other clue. The miners took the child to their camp, fed and cared for it, and, after the manner of their kind, named it Columbine. Then they brought it to Belllounds." - Zane Grey, "The Mysterious Rider" Zane Grey (1872-1939) 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. 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. Grey was a major force in shaping the myths of the Old West; his books and stories were adapted into other media, such as film and TV productions. He was the author of more than 90 books, some published posthumously and/or based on serials originally published in magazines.

About the author

Zane Grey (1872–1939) was an iconic American author best known for his popular adventure novels and stories that presented an idealized image of the American frontier. Born Pearl Zane Gray in Zanesville, Ohio, he later dropped his first name and changed the spelling of his last name to 'Grey' under the influence of his publisher. Educated as a dentist, Grey found his true passion in writing. His first commercial success came with the publication of 'Riders of the Purple Sage' (1912), a book that set the pattern for his works that combined vivid descriptions of the West's rugged landscape, dramatic action, and a moral underpinning. Grey's writing style was characterized by rich imagery and a certain melodrama, which captivated readers and made him one of the first millionaire authors. 'The Mysterious Rider (Illustrated)' is another notable work that showcases Grey's mastery in crafting engaging narratives set in the Wild West, complete with complex characters and a deep sense of adventure. His prolific output includes more than 90 books, many of which were bestsellers during his lifetime and continue to be read today. Grey's work significantly shaped the genre of Western fiction and has been credited with shaping public perception of the American West, making him a cornerstone in the canon of the Western literary tradition.