Wolfville - Lewis, Alfred Henry
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Alfred Henry Lewis was a lawyer, politician, wandering cowboy, and Hearst journalist. His writing provides insight into the life of real cowboys. Wolfville is a Southwestern town and the location for several books by Lewis. Some of its colorful inhabitants are Jaybird Bob and Slim Jim, Mace Bowman, Pion Bill, and Tuscon Jennie. Wolfville is a town where no questions are asked. Outlaws, lawmen mule-skinners and runaways all drink in the same saloon. Justice comes in the form of a gun and the hangman's noose. This sequel to Wolfville Days includes Wolfville's first funeral -- The Stinging Lizard…mehr

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Alfred Henry Lewis was a lawyer, politician, wandering cowboy, and Hearst journalist. His writing provides insight into the life of real cowboys. Wolfville is a Southwestern town and the location for several books by Lewis. Some of its colorful inhabitants are Jaybird Bob and Slim Jim, Mace Bowman, Pion Bill, and Tuscon Jennie. Wolfville is a town where no questions are asked. Outlaws, lawmen mule-skinners and runaways all drink in the same saloon. Justice comes in the form of a gun and the hangman's noose. This sequel to Wolfville Days includes Wolfville's first funeral -- The Stinging Lizard -- The story of Wilkins -- The washwoman's war -- Enright's pard, Jim Willis -- Tucson Jennie's heart -- Tucson Jennie's jealousy -- The man from Red Dog -- Cherokee Hall -- Texas Thompson's "election" -- A Wolfville foundling -- The man from Yellowhouse -- Jacks up on eights -- The rival dance-halls -- Slim Jim's sister -- Jaybird Bob's joke -- Boggs's experience -- Dawson & Rudd, partners -- Mace Bowman, sheriff -- A Wolfville Thanksgiving -- Bill Hoskins's coon -- Old Sam Enright's "romance" -- Piñon Bill's bluff -- Crawfish Jim.
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Alfred Henry Lewis (1855-1914) was an American journalist, author, and editor renowned for his contributions to early 20th-century literature and journalism. Born in New York City, Lewis began his career as a reporter, which significantly shaped his writing style and subject matter. His journalistic work often focused on the American West, reflecting his fascination with the region's diverse landscapes and colorful characters. Lewis's writing is characterized by its vivid descriptions, sharp humor, and keen social observations. He is perhaps best known for his novels and short stories that capture the essence of American life during his time, particularly the experiences of ordinary people in both urban and rural settings. His book Sandburrs: A Bicycling Idyll showcases his ability to blend adventure with a travel narrative, highlighting his interest in leisure activities and the American landscape. In addition to his fiction, Lewis was a prominent editor and contributed to several magazines and newspapers, where his incisive commentary and storytelling earned him considerable acclaim. His work remains a significant part of early American literature, reflecting the dynamic cultural and social landscape of his era.