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In 'The Men Who Shot Liberty: 60 Rip-Roaring Westerns in One Edition,' readers are transported into the rugged landscapes and tumultuous periods of the American frontier, captured through the diverse pens of thirty prolific authors. This anthology spans a vast array of literary styles, from the classic romanticism of pioneer tales to the stark realism of settler narratives. Including masterpieces that pioneer the Western genre, the collection offers a panoramic view of the cultural, moral, and physical challenges that shaped American identity. Whether depicting the wild sharpshooter showdowns or the poetic solitude of the plains, the works maintain an engaging dialogue with the historical fabric of the Old West. The contributing authorsranging from renowned figures like Mark Twain and Jack London to specialized craftsmen of the Western narrative like Zane Grey and Owen Wisterbring an authentic voice that resonates with their personal histories and collective experiences. Each character's journey across these stories mirrors fragmentary elements of the vast, evolving American landscape during pivotal cultural and literary movements. Together, their voices not only recount but also reanimate the frontier's expansive ethos, presenting a rich tapestry of communal heritage and individual adventure. 'The Men Who Shot Liberty' offers readers an invaluable compilation to explore the grandeur and grit of the Western genre. It serves as an educational resource and a narrative feast for all who wish to delve into the epic tales of courage, conflict, and redemption that are woven into the fabric of American literature. This anthology speaks to historical enthusiasts and literary scholars alike, promising a journey through the myriad voices and vistas that carved the myths and realities of the American West.

This carefully edited collection has been designed and formatted to the highest digital standards and adjusted for readability on all devices. Contents:Riders of the Purple Sage (Zane Grey)The Rainbow TrailThe Spirit of the BorderThe Untamed (Max Brand)The Night HorsemanThe Seventh ManThe Virginian (Owen Wister)The Last of the Mohicans (James F. Cooper)The PrairieChip, of the Flying U (B. M. Bower)The Flying U RanchThe Flying U's Last StandCabin FeverRimrock Trail (J. Allan Dunn)The 'Breckinridge Elkins' Series (Robert E. Howard)The Last of the Plainsmen (Zane Grey)The Outcasts of Poker Flat (Bret Harte)The Wolf Hunters (James Oliver Curwood)The Gold HuntersThe Border LegionThe Country Beyond (Curwood)The Lone Star Ranger (Grey)Riders of the Silences (Brand)The Call of the Wild (Jack London)Heart of the West (O. Henry)White Fang (London)The Lure of the Dim Trails (Bower)The Luck of Roaring Camp (Harte)The Rustlers of Pecos County (Grey)O Pioneers! (Willa Cather)My ntoniaRoughing It (Mark Twain)The Log of a Cowboy (Andy Adams)The Two-Gun Man (Charles Alden Seltzer)The Law of the Land (Emerson Hough)The Short Cut (Jackson Gregory)Astoria (Washington Irving)The Valley of Silent Men (James Oliver Curwood)&quote;Drag&quote; Harlan (Charles Alden Seltzer)Whispering Smith (Frank H. Spearman)The Outlet (Andy Adams)Reed Anthony, CowmanA Texas Cow Boy (Charles Siringo)The Boss of the Lazy Y (Charles Alden Seltzer)The Golden Dream (R.M. Ballantyne)The Blue Hotel (Stephen Crane)The Long Shadow (B. M. Bower)The Girl from Montana (Grace Livingston Hill)The Hidden Children (Robert W. Chambers)The Way of an Indian (Frederic Remington)The Bridge of the Gods (Frederic Homer Balch)Where the Trail Divides (Will Lillibridge)The Desert Trail (Dane Coolidge)The Bride Comes to Yellow Sky (Stephen Crane)That Girl Montana (Marah Ellis Ryan)...