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Frontier's Fading Embers

Peregrine Peverell

Publisher: Publifye

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In "Frontier's Fading Embers," the twilight of the American West comes alive through the eyes of Ezra Hawkins, a former lawman struggling to find his place in a rapidly changing world. As railroads and telegraph lines snake across the once-untamed landscape, Ezra grapples with outlaws and his own growing obsolescence.

 
The novel paints a vivid portrait of frontier life, weaving together the stories of settlers, Native Americans, and ambitious newcomers against the backdrop of historical events like the Gold Rush and the completion of the Transcontinental Railroad. Through a series of interconnected vignettes, readers are immersed in the moral complexities of frontier justice and the clash between tradition and progress.

 
The rugged, untamed landscape serves as a character itself, mirroring the inner turmoil of those who call it home. As Ezra navigates this shifting terrain, he confronts not only physical dangers but also profound questions about identity, honor, and the true cost of civilization.

 
With its rich historical detail and exploration of enduring Western myths, this novel offers a poignant reflection on the values that shaped a nation and the bittersweet nature of progress.
Available since: 09/28/2024.
Print length: 215 pages.

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