The Night Horseman (1920)

The Night Horseman is a novel written by Max Brand and first published in 1920. Set in the American West during the late 19th century, the story follows the life of Dan Barry, a young man who is orphaned at a young age and left to fend for himself in the wilderness. Dan is taken in by a group of cowboys who teach him how to ride horses and work the land. As Dan grows older, he becomes a skilled horseman and begins to make a name for himself in the world of horse racing. However, his life takes a dark turn when he is framed for a crime he did not commit and is forced to flee from the law. Dan spends years on the run, living a life of danger and adventure as he tries to clear his name and find a place in the world. Along the way, he meets a variety of colorful characters, including a beautiful woman named Kate Cumberland, who becomes the love of his life. The Night Horseman is a thrilling adventure story that explores themes of justice, love, and redemption. With its vivid descriptions of the American West and its memorable characters, it has become a classic of Western literature and a beloved work of fiction for readers of all ages.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.