West Is West (1917)

West Is West is a novel written by Eugene Manlove Rhodes and published in 1917. The story is set in the American West during the early 20th century and follows the adventures of a young cowboy named Lin McLean. Lin is a skilled horseman and cattle driver who lives and works on a ranch in New Mexico. However, he is restless and yearns for adventure and excitement beyond the confines of his small town. When a group of outlaws begins causing trouble in the area, Lin sees an opportunity to prove himself and sets out to capture them. Along the way, he encounters a cast of colorful characters, including a mysterious woman named Anne, a Mexican bandit named Panfilo, and a wealthy rancher named Jim Galway. As Lin continues his pursuit of the outlaws, he must navigate a complex web of alliances, rivalries, and betrayals. He also grapples with his own inner demons and struggles to reconcile his desire for adventure with his love for his home and family. West Is West is a classic Western novel that explores themes of honor, loyalty, and the rugged individualism of the American frontier. With its vivid descriptions of the landscape and its memorable characters, the book offers a thrilling and immersive glimpse into a bygone era of American history.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.