The Long Shadow by B. M. Bower
"The Long Shadow" by B. M. Bower is a novel written in the early 20th century, specifically around the time of the Western frontier's peak. The story focuses on the character Charming Billy Boyle, a cattle rancher who lives a solitary life in a line-camp while managing cattle herding and dealing with the challenges of the unforgiving Western landscape. The narrative initiates with Billy's introspection about his harsh surroundings and how theycontrast with his memories of a woman's presence, indicating that themes of loneliness and the yearning for companionship will play a significant role in his story. The opening of the novel sets a vivid scene in a lonely cabin where Charming Billy struggles with his thoughts while waiting for a delayed partner known as the Pilgrim. As he grapples with his mundane chores, he becomes introspective about his life choices and relationships, especially as the biting wind and cold remind him of his isolation. The tranquility of his thoughts is disrupted when a young woman, Flora Bridger, unexpectedly arrives at his cabin after her horse was injured. Their interaction marks a turning point in Charming Billy's life, stirring emotions he has long kept at bay, introducing the complexities of human connection amidst the rugged life of a cattle rancher. As Billy navigates his feelings towards Flora and the antics of the Pilgrim, the stage is set for his evolving journey in the unforgiving yet poignant world of the American West. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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About this eBook
| Author | Bower, B. M., 1871-1940 |
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| Illustrator | Rowe, Clarence, 1878-1930 |
| Title | The Long Shadow |
| Note | Reading ease score: 77.1 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read. |
| Credits | Produced by Suzanne Shell, Alicia Williams, David King, and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PS: Language and Literatures: American and Canadian literature |
| Subject | Western stories |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 12192 |
| Release Date | Apr 1, 2004 |
| Most Recently Updated | Dec 14, 2020 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 141 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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