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Dive into the thrilling world of Ronicky Doone, where Frederick Schiller Faust—better known by his pen name, Max Brand—delivers a captivating tale of adventure and friendship. Born in Seattle and raised in Californias San Joaquin Valley, Faust became a prolific writer of westerns, crafting over 300 novels and stories. His characters, including the legendary Destry and the iconic Dr. Kildare, have left an indelible mark on both literature and film. In this gripping narrative, Ronicky Doone emerges as a celebrated hero of the West, admired by law-abiding citizens yet despised by nefarious ...

In a world where the call of the wild geese echoes across the desert, a man, a dog, and a horse embark on an extraordinary journey. Enter the life of a brilliant doctor from the east who discovers that wisdom often comes from the unlikeliest of sources—the desert people. Love complicates the landscape as one woman finds herself adored by three men, while a determined gunslinger seeks to settle a long-standing debt. Max Brand weaves these characters together in yet another of his captivating western tales, proving that he is anything but your typical western writer. Join the adventure in the ...

In the midst of a relentless downpour, a mysterious stranger arrives at a desolate ranch house, setting off a chain of events that will leave you guessing until the very end. Who is responsible for the death of old Mr. Benton? Is it the enigmatic stranger, the rugged Gus, or the seemingly innocent Mrs. Zellar? And what lies behind Jack Montagne’s unexpectedly gentlemanly demeanor? Delve into this gripping 1921 pulp western by Max Brand, the pen name of Frederick Schiller Faust, an acclaimed American author celebrated for his profound and literary takes on the Western genre. - Summary by ...

Black Jack by Max Brand is a gripping Western novel centered around the infamous outlaw, Black Jack, a man of complex morals and a mysterious past. Set against the rugged backdrop of the American West, the story follows Black Jack's attempts to escape his past while facing relentless lawmen and rival criminals. With his keen wit and unmatched gunfighting skills, he navigates a world filled with danger, betrayal, and redemption. The novel delves into themes of justice, honor, and the struggle between a man’s destiny and his desire for freedom, making it a thrilling and action-packed read. ...

"Alcatraz" by Max Brand is a Western novel that follows the tale of youthful farmer Hal Dozier, who sets out on a tenacious mission to find a famous fugitive named Alcatraz. Known for his shrewdness and heartless nature, Alcatraz isn't just a dreaded crook yet in addition a wild steed that has been difficult to catch or tame. Hal faces various difficulties as he leaves on this pursuit, testing his abilities, tolerance, and strength. The clever weaves subjects of opportunity, vengeance, and the ferocity of both man and nature. Brand's story consolidates serious activity with rich portrayals of ...

Bull Hunter was a young Western boy of unusual size who eventually became known as the “Gentle Giant”. Because of his stature and prodigious strength, along with a sort of natural timidity, Bull was often derided, even by his cousins, as being “slow” mentally. Eventually, he met and was befriended by a famous gunfighter who taught him how to use a gun. That changed a lot of derogatory opinions about him, and he didn’t get bullied any more.

Alcatraz is classic Western from one of the masters of the genre. It's the story of a wild horse many said could not be caught or broken and the man who set out to prove them wrong. Added to the mix, there's danger, betrayal, heroes and villains, and romance.

Red Harrigan and Black MacTee have a friendship that is legendary throughout the West - that is until they both fall in love with the same woman.

“Pump 'em full of lead!” he said through his teeth. A cruel New York sneak thief breaks out of prison with an honest cowboy. Together they'll learn about robbing payrolls, mountain women, and a fast-shooting sheriff. But will they survive?

A weeklong dust storm has almost destroyed Bob Lindsey’s ranch and the surrounding region. He soon learns that the storm has also put his friend Andy Barnes’ cattle at risk, and the only clean water for them is at a cost of 10 cents per head from his former friend, John Street. Why would Lindsey jeopardize his life to save someone else’s cattle and risk the rage of two former friends?

This is a tale of a gentle gunfighter “Slope" Dugan, his pal the roughneck Blondy, and the fugitive boy Red. Slope had walked halfway across the country to sell what he thought was worthless mining stock back to Bonanza Chris, but when Bonanza offered to pay $1,500, they smelled a rat. They concocted a plan to explore the Christabel mine for themselves. If the rumors were true, they would end up millionaires. But they might also wind up dead!

City boy Frank Quigley was secretly sent west to try to break up the impending marriage of his wealthy boss’ daughter, Cecelia, to her ranch foreman. When he arrived, Cecelia’s prize bull, Red Thunder, escaped into the woods, sending the ranch into chaos. All hands were called in to try to capture the escaped wild and angry bull. How would they be able to capture Red Thunder, and who will tame this raging menace?

The mining certificates granting ownership of the Christabel mine that Edward Dugan inherited from his father had a face value of $250,000, but the mine itself had been declared worthless. Still, Henry Christian, the man that had sold them to Dugan's father, said he'd buy them back for $1,500.
Penniless, Dugan decided to walk the 3,000 miles from his home in Boston to the mine in the Southwest to check out the offer. But along the way he meets a travel companion named Red. Red knows Christian by reputation, and by another name: Bonanza Chris.

There is no thought of danger in young Larry Traynor's mind as his stagecoach rolls over the last few miles of the road to Little Snake. Suddenly, a piercing scream breaks into the quiet serenity of the landscape and Larry realizes with horror that the stagecoach is under attack. As he witnesses the vicious shooting of his guard and old friend Sam Whitney, the young man vows to avenge his death. But will Larry's tireless pursuit only lead him to an early grave?

Having been away from Yellow Creek for eight years, Jimmy Geary was happy to see the town again. But there are three men who aren't happy to see Jimmy Geary return, and they conspire to make his stay this time very short.

The state built a dam and the water's rising. Will Pete Harrison get out of prison before it covers the $10,000 dollars he hid?

When two men riding on horseback meet on a trail in the mountains, it proves to be so narrow that neither man's horse can be turned around, or aside, or backwards. So the two now have no choice but to determine who is to be pushed off the trail to certain death.

A back-stabbing murderer meets Happy Jack, the deadliest fighter in the southwest, and tells him about a safe full of cash. It's too well guarded for gunplay, but a dangerous trick might work. Has Happy Jack got the nerve?

A collection of timeless Westerns from some of the most well-known authors of the genre, including Zane Grey and Max Brand: "The Little Gold Miners" by Joaquin Miller, "Bulger's Reputation" by Bret Harte, "The Leaf of Red Rose" by W.H.H. Murray, "The Secret of Macarger's Gulch" by Ambrose Bierce, "The Californian's Tale" by Mark Twain, "Twelve O'Clock" by Stephen Crane, "The Vengeance of Padre Arroyo" by Gerturde Atherton, "A Deal in Wheat" by Frank Norris, "The Caballero's Way" by O. Henry, and more.

Smoke Bellew enters a remote Mormon settlement only a jump ahead of a posse. Finding employment as a ranch hand working for a dowager Mormon, Smoke finds that his life undergoes a transformation and he is able to make her ranch a financial success, at the same time falling in love with her wanton daughter, Rebecca. But it is too good to last. The law follows him.