The Riders of Ramapo Pass by Dean L. Heffernan

"The Riders of Ramapo Pass" by Dean L. Heffernan is a novel featuring themes of lawlessness and the quest for justice in a rough Western setting, likely written in the early 20th century. It captures the tumultuous period when prospectors flooded into gold-rich territories, driven by greed and a desire for wealth. The narrative follows the challenges faced by the characters as they navigate the dangers of life in Ramapo, a town plagued by violence and crime amidst the rush for gold. The story revolves around Rand Cameron, a newcomer to Ramapo, who quickly finds himself embroiled in conflicts with the town's rough characters, including the notorious "Wasp" Williams. As Rand seeks to restore order and protect those he cares about, including Major Dudley's daughter, Jeanne, he becomes entwined in a series of actions that lead to the emergence of mysterious night-riders enforcing justice against the lawless elements of the town. The plot thickens with themes of bravery, sacrifice, and romance as Rand and Jeanne work together to challenge the violent status quo, culminating in an election that promises a return to order. Throughout the narrative, the backdrop of a volatile town and the struggles of its inhabitants serve to highlight the broader themes of morality, justice, and the human condition in a chaotic frontier. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

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Author Heffernan, Dean L.
Title The Riders of Ramapo Pass
Original Publication United States: The Frank A. Munsey Company, 1919.
Credits Roger Frank
Reading Level Reading ease score: 83.2 (6th grade). Easy to read.
Language English
LoC Class PS: Language and Literatures: American and Canadian literature
Subject Western stories
Subject Gold miners -- Fiction
Subject Adventure stories
Subject Man-woman relationships -- Fiction
Category Text
eBook-No. 65834
Release Date
Last Update Jul 26, 2021
Copyright Public domain in the USA.
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