Wells Brothers: The Young Cattle Kings by Andy Adams
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"Wells Brothers: The Young Cattle Kings" by Andy Adams is a novel published during the early 20th century that explores the challenges and adventures of young cattle ranchers in the American West. The story primarily follows Joel and Dell Wells, orphaned brothers who strive to establish their own ranching identity amid the backdrop of cattle drives and frontier life. The book delves into themes of resilience, community, and the complexities of starting
anew in a harsh environment. The opening of the novel introduces readers to the cattle trail in 1885, where the Wells brothers encounter Quince Forrest, a wounded drover who represents both a challenge and a turning point for them. A mishap during a playful scuffle leads to Forrest's injury and necessitates the boys' help. As they aid Forrest, their lives intertwine with his, offering insights into the tough realities of trail life and the prospect of claiming their own range. The brothers, faced with the responsibilities of caretaking and survival, quickly learn about the value of community support and the potential for success in the cattle industry. The chapter sets the stage for their journey towards independence and prosperity on the plains. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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About this eBook
| Author | Adams, Andy, 1859-1935 |
|---|---|
| Title | Wells Brothers: The Young Cattle Kings |
| Credits | Charlie Kirschner and the Project Gutenberg Online Distributed Proofreading Team |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 80.0 (6th grade). Easy to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PS: Language and Literatures: American and Canadian literature |
| Subject | Historical fiction |
| Subject | Western stories |
| Subject | Ranch life -- Fiction |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 12791 |
| ISBN (HTML) | 979-8-238-12791-0 |
| Release Date | Jun 30, 2004 |
| Last Update | Oct 28, 2024 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 848 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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