The Last of the Chiefs - A Story of the Great Sioux War

The Last of the Chiefs - A Story of the Great Sioux War

Author: Joseph A. Altsheler

Publisher: Read Books Ltd

Published: 2017-09-19

Total Pages: 251

ISBN-13: 1528780116

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The Last Of The Chiefs; A Story Of The Great Sioux War. Many of the earliest books, particularly those dating back to the 1900s and before, are now extremely scarce and increasingly expensive. We are republishing these classic works in affordable, high quality, modern editions, using the original text and artwork.


The Boy Ranchers on the Trail; Or, The Diamond X After Cattle Rustlers

The Boy Ranchers on the Trail; Or, The Diamond X After Cattle Rustlers

Author: Willard F. Baker

Publisher: Read Books Ltd

Published: 2017-07-19

Total Pages: 143

ISBN-13: 1473345847

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"The Boy Ranchers on the Trail; Or, The Diamond X After Cattle Rustlers" is a Western novel for children written by Willard F. Baker. Part of "The Boy Ranchers" series, it is set on a cattle ranch in the Old American West and follows the exploits of a young boy with a penchant for detective work. A fantastic example of classic Western fiction, "The Boy Ranchers on the Trail" is highly recommended for all lovers of the genre. Other novels by this author include: "Bob Dexter And The Beacon Beach Mystery" (1925), "Bob Dexter And The Aeroplane Mystery" (1930), and "The Boy Ranchers On The Trail" (1921). Many vintage books such as this are becoming increasingly scarce and expensive. We are republishing this volume now in an affordable, modern, high-quality edition complete with a specially commissioned new introduction on the history of Western fiction. This book was first published in 1921.


The Border Watch, a Story of the Great Chief's Last Stand

The Border Watch, a Story of the Great Chief's Last Stand

Author: Joseph A. Altsheler

Publisher: Read Books Ltd

Published: 2017-07-19

Total Pages: 325

ISBN-13: 1473346126

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This is Joseph A. Altsheler's 1912 historical novel "The Border Watch, a story of the great chief's last stand". The final book in "The Young Trailers Series", the plot unfolds during the violent settling of the frontier in the American Old West. An entertaining and insightful glimpse into this exciting episode of American history, "The Border Watch" would make for fantastic bedtime reading and is not to be missed by collectors of classic Western fiction. Joseph Alexander Altsheler (1862 - 1919) was an American journalist, editor and author famous for his of popular historical fiction aimed at children. Altsheler wrote a total of fifty-one novels during his life, as well as over fifty short stories. Other notable works by this author include: "The Sun of Saratoga, a romance of Burgoyne's surrender" (1897) and "In Circling Camps, a romance of the Civil War" (1900). Many vintage books such as this are becoming increasingly scarce and expensive. We are republishing this volume now in an affordable, modern, high-quality edition complete with a specially commissioned new introduction and biography of the author.


The Texan Star - The Story of a Great Fight For Liberty

The Texan Star - The Story of a Great Fight For Liberty

Author: Joseph A. Altsheler

Publisher: Read Books Ltd

Published: 2017-07-19

Total Pages: 306

ISBN-13: 1473346037

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"The Texan Star - The Story of a Great Fight For Liberty" is the first novel in Joseph A. Altsheler's "The Texan Series". Each novel in the series is a stand-alone story, but all three are set to the common backdrop of the Texan struggle for freedom from Mexico. An exciting story of great events and selfless heroism, "The Texan Star" is highly recommended for fans and collectors of classic Western Fiction. Joseph Alexander Altsheler (1862 - 1919) was an American journalist, editor and author famous for his of popular historical fiction aimed at children. Altsheler wrote a total of fifty-one novels during his life, as well as over fifty short stories. Other notable works by this author include: "The Sun of Saratoga, a romance of Burgoyne's surrender" (1897) and "In Circling Camps, a romance of the Civil War" (1900). Many vintage books such as this are becoming increasingly scarce and expensive. We are republishing this volume now in an affordable, modern, high-quality edition complete with a specially commissioned new introduction and biography of the author. This book was first published in 1912.


The Free Rangers, a Story of the Early Days Along the Mississippi

The Free Rangers, a Story of the Early Days Along the Mississippi

Author: Joseph A. Altsheler

Publisher: Read Books Ltd

Published: 2017-07-19

Total Pages: 258

ISBN-13: 1473346118

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"The Free Rangers, a Story of the Early Days Along the Mississippi" is a 1909 historical novel written by Joseph A. Altsheler. The fifth novel in the "The Young Trailers Series", this exciting adventure romp in the American Old West is highly recommended for children with an interest in history and is not to be missed by collectors of classic Western fiction. Joseph Alexander Altsheler (1862 - 1919) was an American journalist, editor and author famous for his of popular historical fiction aimed at children. Altsheler wrote a total of fifty-one novels during his life, as well as over fifty short stories. Other notable works by this author include: "The Sun of Saratoga, a romance of Burgoyne's surrender" (1897) and "In Circling Camps, a romance of the Civil War" (1900). Many vintage books such as this are becoming increasingly scarce and expensive. We are republishing this volume now in an affordable, modern, high-quality edition complete with a specially commissioned new introduction and biography of the author.


The Pioneers

The Pioneers

Author: Robert Michael Ballantyne

Publisher: Read Books Ltd

Published: 2017-07-19

Total Pages: 87

ISBN-13: 1473346029

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"The Pioneers" is a historical children's novel by Scottish author R. M. Ballantyne, first published in 1872. Set in the American Old West, this exciting story of high adventure and daring-do is perfect for children with an interest in history, and it is not to be missed by collectors of classic Western fiction. Robert Michael Ballantyne (1825 - 1894) was a Scottish author of children's fiction. He was a prolific writer and produced over 100 books in his lifetime. As well as being an author, Ballantyne was also an accomplished artist, having exhibited his work at the Royal Scottish Academy. Other notable works by this author include: "The Coral Island" (1858), "The Gorilla Hunters" (1861), and "The Eagle Cliff" (1889). Many vintage books such as this are becoming increasingly scarce and expensive. We are republishing this volume now in an affordable, modern, high-quality edition complete with a specially commissioned new introduction and biography of the author.


The Quirt

The Quirt

Author: Bertha Muzzy Bower

Publisher: Read Books Ltd

Published: 2017-09-19

Total Pages: 171

ISBN-13: 1528780140

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Many of the earliest books, particularly those dating back to the 1900s and before, are now extremely scarce and increasingly expensive. We are republishing these classic works in affordable, high quality, modern editions, using the original text and artwork.


The Eyes of the Woods, a Story of the Ancient Wilderness

The Eyes of the Woods, a Story of the Ancient Wilderness

Author: Joseph A. Altsheler

Publisher: Read Books Ltd

Published: 2017-07-19

Total Pages: 227

ISBN-13: 1473346088

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This fourth historical children's novel in the "The Young Trailers Series", "The Eyes of the Woods" revolves around notable events in the lives of the protagonist, Henry Ware, and his friends Paul Cotter, Shif'less Sol Hyde, Silent Tom Ross, and Long Jim Hart. Set during the American Revolution, this exciting adventure tale is ideal for children with an interest in history. Joseph Alexander Altsheler (1862 - 1919) was an American journalist, editor and author famous for his of popular historical fiction aimed at children. Altsheler wrote a total of fifty-one novels during his life, as well as over fifty short stories. Other notable works by this author include: "The Sun of Saratoga, a romance of Burgoyne's surrender" (1897) and "In Circling Camps, a romance of the Civil War" (1900). Many vintage books such as this are becoming increasingly scarce and expensive. We are republishing this volume now in an affordable, modern, high-quality edition complete with a specially commissioned new introduction and biography of the author. This book was first published in 1917.


The Happy Family

The Happy Family

Author: B. M. Bower

Publisher: Read Books Ltd

Published: 2017-07-19

Total Pages: 181

ISBN-13: 1473346207

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"The Happy Family" is a 1910 novel by B. M. Bower. A sequel to "Chip of the Flying U", this installment revolves around the continuing adventures of the folks at the Flying U ranch in Montana, and in particular Andy Green, storyteller extraordinaire. A classic Western romp, "The Happy Family" is not to be missed by fans and collectors of vintage Western literature. Bertha Muzzy Sinclair or Sinclair-Cowan (1871 - 1940), more commonly known as B. M. Bower, was an American author famous for her novels, short stories, and screenplays set in the American Old West. Other notable works by this author include: "Casey Ryan", (1921), "The Long Loop" (1931), and "Chip of the Flying U" (1906). Many vintage books such as this are becoming increasingly scarce and expensive. We are republishing this volume now in an affordable, modern, high-quality edition complete with a specially commissioned new introduction and biography of the author.