Smoke of the .45
Gunfights, Outlaws, and the Spirit of the Wild WestBy Harry Sinclair Drago
Length5h 50m
About this audiobook
In "Smoke of the .45," Harry Sinclair Drago delivers a gripping narrative set against the tumultuous backdrop of the American West. With a distinguished style that seamlessly blends vivid descriptions and authentic dialogue, Drago captures the era's rugged landscapes and complex characters. The novel's pacing mirrors the tension of a classic Western, deftly intertwining themes of honor, vengeance, and the moral dilemmas faced by its protagonists, making it a quintessential addition to the genre's literary canon. Drago, an accomplished author with a profound fascination for Americana and the Western frontier, writes from a place of deep understanding of his subjects. His vast knowledge, cultivated through extensive research and personal experiences, informs the depth of his characters and the authenticity of the setting. As a writer with several other works focusing on the West, Drago's insights reflect the realities of both historical and mythical narratives, making his perspectives invaluable in this literary tradition. "Smoke of the .45" is a must-read for those who appreciate well-crafted Westerns imbued with thoughtful commentary on the human condition. Drago's keen eye for detail and engaging storytelling ensure that readers will be captivated from the first page until the last, making this book a paramount choice for both genre aficionados and literary enthusiasts alike.
Audiobook details
GenreAction and Adventure, Historical Fiction
Length5 hrs 50 mins
Narrated byListen with 1,000+ voices
FormateBook with Audio
Publish dateNov 5, 2021
LanguageEnglish
Table of contents
1Introduction
18XVII: GALLUP’S PRICE
2I: OUT OF THE PAST.
19XVIII: “KILL HIM, THE THIEF!”
3II: THE RED HAND
20XIX: “COME AND GET HIM!”
4III: BY HIS OWN HAND
21XX: WITHOUT PAY
5IV: FOOT-LOOSE
22XXI: TWO DEAD MEN
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6V: THE FIRST CLEW
23XXII: THE FACE IN THE WINDOW
7VI: OUTSIDE THE LAW
24XXIII: THE GUN SPEAKS
8VII: IF THIS BE LOVE
25XXIV: JOHNNY DICE COMES BACK TO LIFE
9VIII: STRAIGHT TALK
26XXV: MADEIRAS ASSERTS HIMSELF
10IX: TWO OLD MEN
27XXVI: BETWEEN THE LINES
11X: MOLLY KENT
28XXVII: TIME TO ACT
12XI: MORE THAN A BET
29XXVIII: JOHNNY TALKS AT LAST
13XII: MOLLY EXPLAINS
30XXIX: EVIDENCE TO CONVICT
14XIII: “HE IS MY FRIEND!”
31XXX: MADEIRAS APPEARS AT LAST
15XIV: FOR THE HEART OF A GIRL
32XXXI: THE DEATH CHANT
16XV: MADEIRAS GETS A CHANCE
33XXXII: THE DEBT IS PAID
17XVI: BITTER FRUIT
34XXXIII: FULFILLMENT
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