The Quirt by B. M. Bower

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Author Bower, B. M., 1871-1940
Illustrator Fischer, Anton Otto, 1882-1962
Title The Quirt
Note Reading ease score: 80.6 (6th grade). Easy to read.
Credits Produced by Kathryn Lybarger, Joseph R. Hauser and the
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Summary "The Quirt" by B. M. Bower is a novel written in the early 20th century. Set in the American West, the story revolves around the lives of ranchers and the harsh realities of ranch life in a small cattle community. The main character, Brit Hunter, struggles to maintain his modest ranch alongside his partner, Frank Johnson, while also dealing with the complexities of family life and the consequences of past relationships. At the start of the novel, we are introduced to Brit Hunter and his friend Frank Johnson as they manage the small but determined TJ up-and-down cattle outfit. The narrative explores their daily challenges, including the hardships of raising cattle on limited land and the shadows of Brit's past, including a failed marriage. The lush descriptions of the landscape set against the backdrop of ranching life evoke a vivid feeling of isolation and resilience. As the story unfolds, it hints at future developments involving Brit's daughter, Lorraine, who has grown up far removed from the ruggedness of the ranch, setting the stage for a clash between her romanticized notions of the West and the stark reality her father endures. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class PS: Language and Literatures: American and Canadian literature
Subject Western stories
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Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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