This collection likely features a variety of stories centered around life on a horse camp, specifically the X-bar Horse Camp. The tales probably include adventures, challenges, and experiences of cowboys, ranchers, and their horses. The title story, "The Blue-Roan 'Outlaw'," suggests a focus on a particular horse that might be known for its difficult or wild nature, adding an element of intrigue and excitement to the narrative.Barnes's writing style is characterized by its authenticity, dr...

Wildcard Westerns have hand-picked twelve outstanding short stories of the Old Frontier for this edition of western classics. Owen Wister, Bret Hart, Ed Garron and Andy Adams are among the contributors, all masters of western adventure. The stories take you behind the guns of a Civil War howitzer battery, into the Rocky Mountains in search of outlaws, and across the wild country of old Arizona in the midst of the Indian Wars. Not to mention an encounter between feuding landowners, and a wo...

In "Tales from the X-bar Horse Camp: The Blue-Roan 'Outlaw' and Other Stories," Will C. Barnes artfully weaves folklore and personal narrative to create a vivid tapestry of life in the American West. Through a series of compelling tales centered around the titular Blue-Roan horse, Barnes utilizes a rich, descriptive prose style, skillfully interlacing humor, adventure, and poignant reflections on the interplay between humans and nature. This collection not only serves as a nostalgic homage...

The Ultimate Horse Enthusiast's Compendium: 41 Books is a multifaceted anthology that traverses an expansive gamut of themes and literary styles dedicated to the noble equine. This collection offers an enriching exploration of horses through historical narratives, training manuals, personal anecdotes, and fictional stories, capturing the essence of their relationship with humanity. Among its standout pieces are captivating narratives that highlight the evolution of horse training and breed...

Heroes and Villains in Lawless Lands: 23 Books of Wild Justice is an enthralling anthology that explores the concepts of morality and retribution in the untamed expanses of the American frontier and beyond. The collection presents a rich tapestry of narratives, from gripping tales of frontier justice to contemplative stories that challenge the very notion of heroism and villainy. Within these pages, readers will encounter a staggering diversity of literary stylesâ€"ranging from action-pack...

"We are in a fight for our lives against a rising authoritarian tide, and this clear-eyed, compelling, clarion call of a book has a message everyone needs to hear."—Astra Taylor, author of Democracy May Not Exist, but We'll Miss It When It's GoneBehind the little red barns dotting the landscape and decorating so many of the products we consume is a dangerous threat. This groundbreaking investigation exposes the powerful forces at w...

The Ethics of Anger provides the resources needed to understand the prevalence of anger in relation to ethics, religion, social and political behavior, and peace studies. Providing theoretical and practical arguments, both for and against the necessity of anger, The Ethics of Anger assembles a variety of diverse perspectives in order to increase knowledge and bolster further research. Part one examines topics such as the nature and ethics of vengeful anger and the psychology of anger. Part...

Anthony Award–winning author Linda Barnes introduces dashing private eye turned actor Michael Spraggue who must unmask a deadly prankster in a haunted theaterBoston Brahmin Michael Spraggue believes distinguished director Arthur Darien has invited him to the old Fens Theater because he needs financial backing for his new production of Dracula. But Arthur has a different kind of problem: His actors believe the theater is haunted. One even quit when he discov...

Where does Extreme Liberal Cynicism—so common in academic and popular culture—come from, and is it capable of solving the problems it identifies? A Critique of Liberal Cynicism: Peter Sloterdijk, Judith Butler, and Critical Liberalism identifies the motivations and resources within liberal cynicism and their potential for overcoming its pernicious extremes. Will Barnes describes Extreme Liberal Cynicism as a product of mourning, guilt, and the experience of powerlessness stemming from the ...

Behind the little red barns dotting the landscape and decorating so many of the products we consume is a dangerous threat. This groundbreaking investigation exposes the powerful forces at work to hide the harms of industrial agriculture, its outsize role in the climate crisis, and its links to the global rise of fascism.Little Red Barns is the record of a harrowing journey that took investigative journalist Will Potter from factory farms to international c...

A fated love destined to test their devotion…When Lady Lilliana gets stuck in a hole and Mr. Tristan Henley comes to her rescue, sparks immediately fly. Unfortunately, instead of being a fellow peer, Mr. Henley is merely a valet. So as much as Lilliana would like to pursue a romantic attachment with him, she must refrain, lest she ruin her reputation. Something she probably should have considered before she welcomed his kisses.Intent on supporting ...

“Skillfully crafted, thoughtful, and expertly written.” —Sheryl Denise Jones, MD“Comprehensive and educational . . . from a practical and relatable point of view." —Napoleon Higgins, MD“A well needed resource! . . . It allows us to better understand and support the people we care about, but who struggle with mental illness.” —Thomas Kerrihard, MDGet the straight facts about mental illness from two Harvard trained ps...