The Lure of the Dim Trails by B. M. Bower

"The Lure of the Dim Trails" by B. M. Bower is a novel likely written during the early 20th century. The book explores the intriguing journey of Philip Thurston, a young man seeking to reconnect with his Western roots and find inspiration for his writing career amid the wild landscapes and adventures of the American frontier. The opening of the story introduces Thurston's internal conflict about his identity and aspirations as he converses with his friend Reeve-Howard. Feeling the pressure of writing to fit public demand, Thurston decides to travel West to gather local color and experience life on the plains. He embarks on a journey filled with a nostalgic longing for a past he barely remembers, driven by a desire to reconnect with the adventurous heritage of his father. As the narrative unfolds, we witness his initial encounter with the harsh realities of Western life, including a dramatic train robbery, which serves as a pivotal moment in his transformation from a city dweller to someone deeply entwined with the rugged, vibrant world he aimed to depict in his writing. This beginning sets the stage for Thurston's evolving relationship with the land, its people, and the challenges they face. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

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Author Bower, B. M., 1871-1940
Title The Lure of the Dim Trails
Credits Produced by Simon Page, and David Widger
Reading Level Reading ease score: 78.5 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
Language English
LoC Class PS: Language and Literatures: American and Canadian literature
Subject Western stories
Subject Cowboys -- Fiction
Category Text
eBook-No. 1014
Release Date
Last Update Jan 27, 2021
Copyright Public domain in the USA.
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