Bred of the Desert: A Horse and a Romance by Charles M. Horton
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"Bred of the Desert: A Horse and a Romance" by Charles M. Horton is a novel written in the early 20th century. The story revolves around Felipe Montoya, a young Mexican wood hauler, whose life becomes intertwined with the fate of a colt born during a terrifying sandstorm in the desert. The narrative explores themes of hardship, companionship, and the bond between humans and horses, set against the sweeping backdrop of the
Southwestern landscape. The opening of the book introduces us to Felipe as he faces a devastating sandstorm that leads him to an unexpected discovery: a new colt has arrived in the world. Initially overwhelmed by complications in his personal life and amidst the storm, Felipe's frustration turns to compassion as he tends to the mare and her newborn. This moment sets the stage for Felipe’s journey, which intertwines his struggles with debt, the colorful town dynamics, and the burgeoning relationship with the colt, who symbolizes hope and resilience. This blend of rustic life, emotional challenges, and the romance that unfolds sets a compelling foundation for the story. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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About this eBook
| Author | Horton, Charles M. (Charles Marcus), 1879- |
|---|---|
| Title | Bred of the Desert: A Horse and a Romance |
| Credits |
Produced by Roger Frank and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at www.fadedpage.com |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 81.0 (6th grade). Easy to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PS: Language and Literatures: American and Canadian literature |
| Subject | Horses -- Fiction |
| Subject | Love stories |
| Subject | Adventure stories |
| Subject | New Mexico -- Fiction |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 31380 |
| Release Date | Feb 24, 2010 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 355 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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