The Cattle Kings

Examines the role of the ranchers in shaping the American West and probes their contributions to the nation's cultural development

This book comprises a fascinating and authentic look into the lives of some of the richest and most private ranches in Texas. This is a book that will greatly appeal to anyone with an interest in the historical singularity that is Texas, offering its readers a unique insight in to the ''real world'' of Texas ranch life and the ever-fading tradition of true ranching that made it what it is today. Many antique books such as this are increasingly rare and costly, and it is with this in mind that we are proud to be republishing this text here complete with a new introduction on the subject.

Nathan King, powerful head of his legendary family's cattle empire, has everything-except a woman to share his life. Miranda Wade has nothing -- except a past she is determined to leave behind, and the hope that her new job at King's Eden will give her a fresh start. Their two lives collide! Nathan wants her, but doubts she will cope with outback life. Miranda wants him, but believes her past will deny her any chance at a future with a King. The tension -- the need -- between them is overwhelming, regardless of where it might lead.

As orphans Dell and Joel Wells faced starvation on the northeastern Kansas prairie during a hellish winter, their late father's dream was dying with them. But just as they get set to leave his claim on Beaver Creek because it is barren land, an unexpected twist gives them a second chance. Revitalised, the brothers develop their own ranch without any capital but with plenty of hard graft. Bigger challenges follow, though. Will they survive bitter winters, summer droughts, hungry wolf packs, and Texas fever? This uplifting and authentic Western is perfect for fans of Max Brand and Zane Grey. Andy Adams (1859-1935) was an American writer of westerns, who grew up on his family’s farm in Indiana. He worked as a cowboy and cattle driver, which later prompted him to start writing his cowboy stories. He started writing novels in his forties, and his work is characterised by its realistic descriptions of everyday life and the troubles ranchers and cowboys experienced. His best-known works include 'The Log of a Cowboy', 'Reed Anthony, Cowman', and 'Wells Brothers'.

1. Back in print. (original copyright in 1972) 2. Tells how the US west was built by famous cattlemen, facing the challenges of early life in the west. 3. Reveals how this new industry transformed the economics, education, and the role of women throughout the US. 4. A new forward by Western historian Timothy Lehman