The Cattle Rustlers Of Wyoming Or Thorpe, Of-The-Hole-In-The-Wall Country. A Study Of Wyoming And The Cattle Country, Written Around One Of The Most Thrilling And Dramatic Incidents In The History Of The West -- The "Rustler War" Of 1892

FORD DOUGLAS

Publication: J S Ogilvie Publishing Company, 1916, New York

First edition. 12mo. Original color pictorial wrappers, 190 pp. plus 56 pp. for Ten True Secret Service Detective Stories, and 44 pp. of advertisements. "The story centers on Thorpe, a rugged and independent ranchman living in the infamous Hole-in-the-Wall country, a region that historically sheltered outlaws and rustlers. Through Thorpe's experiences, Douglas explores the deep divisions between wealthy cattle interests seeking to control the open range and smaller settlers struggling for fairness and independence. The novel portrays the moral and physical struggles that culminate in violent range wars, lynchings, and vigilante justice. While fictionalized, Douglas's portrayal draws heavily on real events and local characters of Wyoming’s cattle frontier." Six Guns 622 says "rare" and 'Published with 'Ten Secret Service Stories,' totaling 56 pages. The book is fiction but follows closely the history of the war." "A fascinating study of Wyoming and its cattle country. The book revolves around one of the most thrilling and dramatic incidents in the history of the American West - the 'Rustler War' of 1892. It's a story that delves into the challenges faced by cattle ranchers, rustlers, and the rugged landscape of Wyoming." A fine, bright copy with light wear to the spine ends. Housed in a clamshell case with titles stamped in gilt on the spine.