Elmer Kelton byl uznávaný autor, jehož rozsáhlá tvorba čítá přes čtyřicet románů. Jeho díla se často zabývají životem na americkém Západě, zkoumají témata jako je odvaha, čest a dopad měnícího se světa na tradiční hodnoty. Keltonův styl je známý svou autentičností a hlubokým pochopením krajiny a lidí, o kterých psal. Prostřednictvím svých příběhů zachytil podstatu západního ducha s pronikavou lidskostí.
"An action-packed collection of stories of the old West, Law of the Land includes the never-before-published "Biscuits for a Bandit." Sixteen stories, where good meets bad, and everything in between, from the legendary author of the west, Elmer Kelton. The Law of the Land chronicles some of his most exciting and dangerous tales of the old west, collected together for the first time"--
The book explores the legendary figures of the American West, highlighting iconic personalities such as Buffalo Bill, Billy the Kid, Cochise, and Jesse James. It delves into their larger-than-life stories and the impact they had on American culture, as reflected in newspapers and popular magazines of the time. Through vivid depictions of the harsh landscapes and stunning vistas, it captures the essence of the Wild West era and the myths that continue to shape our understanding of this pivotal period in history.
No one writes the old west like Seven-time Spur Award-winning author Elmer Kelton. In The Cowboy Way, Kelton captures the action, adventure, brotherhood and betrayal of the old west, chronicling the highs and lows of cowboy life in these sixteen stories, collected together for the first time.
Featuring tales from renowned Western storytellers like Louis L'Amour and Elmer Kelton, this anthology showcases gripping narratives about the Texas Rangers. Spanning from the 1820s to the early 20th century, the collection highlights the rich history and adventures of these legendary figures, offering readers a blend of action, camaraderie, and the spirit of the American West.
Set against the backdrop of the American West, this collection features thrilling stories filled with bandits, outlaws, and romantic escapades. Renowned author Elmer Kelton, a seven-time Spur Award winner, masterfully weaves together tales that capture the rugged spirit and adventurous essence of the era. Each narrative promises to immerse readers in the challenges and triumphs of frontier life, showcasing Kelton's skill in portraying the complexities of his characters and the harsh realities of their world.
Continuing the saga of the Lewis family, this installment delves into the pivotal years of Texas's early history. It explores the challenges and triumphs faced by the family against the backdrop of the Lone Star state's formative events, enriching the narrative with historical context and character development.
The story follows Mordecai Lewis and his sons, Michael and Andrew, as they venture into Texas to hunt wild horses for profit. However, the expedition takes a tragic turn when Mordecai is killed, leaving his sons to navigate dangerous situations. They face threats from a vengeful Spanish officer and a deadly feud with the Blackwood clan from Tennessee, putting their lives at risk on both sides of the border. The narrative explores themes of survival, family loyalty, and the harsh realities of frontier life.
The Civil War has ended, and Union soldiers and federal officials have taken control of Texas as Rusty Shannon rides to his home on the Colorado River. As a child he was a captive of the Comanche, as a young man a proud member of a ranging company protecting settlers from Indian raids. Shannon's fate is intertwined with the young man accompanying him: Andy Pickard, himself but recently rescued from Comanche captivity and known by his captors as Badger Boy. Texas is in turmoil, overrun with murderous outlaws, lawmen exacting penalties from suspected former Confederates, nightriders, and the ever-dangerous Comanche bands. In this tempestuous time and place, Rusty tries desperately to resume his prewar life. His friend Shanty, a freed slave, is burned out of his home by the Ku Klux Klan; his own homestead is confiscated by his special nemesis, the murderous Oldham brothers; and the son of a girl he once loved is kidnapped by Comanches. Elmer Kelton, a master of novelist of the American West, literature, has crafted a satisfying and remarkably accurate tale of Texas life at the end of the Civil War.Elmer Kelton, most honored of all Western writers, writes of the formative years of the Texas Rangers with the knowledge of a native Texan and the skill of a master storyteller. In Rusty Shannon, tough and smart--necessary survival attributes on the 1860s Texas frontier--Kelton has created one of the most memorable characters in modern Western fiction.
Thirteen families discuss the reality of owning and working some of the largest land holdings in the state of Texas.
Seven legendary authors recount the life of Lyle Speaks, from his hardscrabble boyhood in Texas to his later years as an aging cattle rancher in Montana, years in which his colorful past may yet come back to haunt him.