The Ridin' Kid from Powder River
Ride into the Wild West with Outlaws, Gunfights, and AdventuresBy Henry Herbert Knibbs
Length12h
About this audiobook
In "The Ridin' Kid from Powder River," Henry Herbert Knibbs transports readers to the rugged landscapes of the American West, capturing the essence of cowboy life through vivid narratives and rich characterizations. The novel blends elements of adventure and romance, showcasing the trials and tribulations of a young cowboy navigating the harsh realities of frontier existence. Knibbs employs a lyrical yet accessible prose style, resonating with the spirit of early 20th-century American literature, where themes of individualism and resilience became emblematic of the national ethos. His storytelling is deeply rooted in the traditions of Western mythology, offering a nuanced portrayal that transcends typical genre conventions. Henry Herbert Knibbs, a prolific writer and poet born in Canada in 1874, was shaped by a life spent in close proximity to the American West. His experiences as a cowboy and his affection for the region'Äôs landscapes and folklore richly inform this novel. Knibbs'Äôs background as a newspaper writer and his keen observations of society imbue his work with authentic detail and emotional depth, allowing readers to vicariously experience the struggles and triumphs of his characters. "The Ridin' Kid from Powder River" is a must-read for enthusiasts of Western literature and those interested in the complexities of frontier life. Knibbs'Äôs deft storytelling and engaging prose make this novel a timeless exploration of courage, love, and the enduring spirit of the American West, inviting readers to saddle up for an unforgettable journey.
Audiobook details
GenreAction and Adventure, Literary Classics
Length12 hrs
Narrated byListen with 1,000+ voices
FormateBook with Audio
Publish dateDec 12, 2019
LanguageEnglish
Table of contents
1Introduction
25"A RIDER STOOD AT THE LAMPLIT BAR": [Illustration: "Of a truth, no!" said Boca, and she swung the bottle.]
2CHAPTER IV: JUSTICE
26CHAPTER XXV: "PLANTED—OUT THERE"
3CHAPTER V: A CHANGE OF BASE
27CHAPTER XXVI: THE OLLA
4CHAPTER VI: NEW VISTAS
28CHAPTER XXVII: OVER THE LINE
5CHAPTER VII: PLANS
29CHAPTER XXVIII: A GAMBLE
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6CHAPTER VIII: SOME BOOKKEEPING
30CHAPTER XXIX: QUERY
7CHAPTER IX
31CHAPTER XXX: BRENT'S MISTAKE
8ROWDY—AND BLUE SMOKE: [Illustration: Pete.]
32CHAPTER XXXI: FUGITIVE
9CHAPTER X: "TURN HIM LOOSE!"
33CHAPTER XXXII: EL PASO
10CHAPTER XI: POP ANNERSLEY'S BOY
34CHAPTER XXXIII: THE SPIDER'S ACCOUNT
11CHAPTER XII: IN THE PIT
35CHAPTER XXXIV: DORIS
12CHAPTER XIII: GAME
36CHAPTER XXXV: "CAUGHT IT JUST IN TIME"
13CHAPTER XIV: THE KITTY-CAT
37CHAPTER XXXVI: WHITE-EYE
14CHAPTER XV: FOUR MEN
38CHAPTER XXXVII: "CLOSE THE CASES"
15CHAPTER XVI
39CHAPTER XXXVIII: GETTING ACQUAINTED
16THE OPEN HOLSTER: [Illustration: Cotton heard Pete's hand strike the butt of his gun as the holster tilted up.]
40CHAPTER XXXIX: A PUZZLE GAME
17CHAPTER XVII: A FALSE TRAIL
41CHAPTER XL: THE MAN DOWNSTAIRS
18CHAPTER XVIII: THE BLACK SOMBRERO
42CHAPTER XLI: "A LAND FAMILIAR"
19CHAPTER XIX: THE SPIDER
43CHAPTER XLII: "OH, SAY TWO THOUSAND"
20CHAPTER XX: BULL MALVEY
44CHAPTER XLIII: A NEW HAT—A NEW TRAIL
21CHAPTER XXI: BOCA DULZURA
45CHAPTER XLIV: THE OLD TRAIL
22CHAPTER XXII: "A DRESS—OR A RING, PERHAPS"
46CHAPTER XLV: HOME FOLKS
23CHAPTER XXIII: THE DEVIL-WIND
47CHAPTER XLVI: THE RIDIN' KID FROM POWDER RIVER
24CHAPTER XXIV
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