The Trail of the Axe: A Story of Red Sand Valley

Name: The Trail of the Axe: A Story of Red Sand Valley
Author: Ridgwell Cullum

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A broad-shouldered, pragmatic lumberman drives the expansion of a small valley town while running its mills and timber operations. His ambition to secure a lucrative government contract brings him into rivalry with other entrepreneurs and places his business at the center of escalating labor unrest. Personal loyalties and a growing attachment to a local woman complicate decisions and test his character. A string of accidents, mountain pursuits, and confrontations with striking workers and anarchic elements forces him into risky action that ultimately determines the fate of the mills and settles the industrial crisis.

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Ridgwell Cullum

Ridgwell Cullum was a British-born author known for his contributions to early 20th-century Western fiction. His works often explore themes of adventure and the rugged landscapes of the American West. Among his notable titles is "In the Brooding Wild," which showcases his ability to weave intricate narratives set against the backdrop of nature's beauty and peril. Cullum's storytelling is characterized by vivid descriptions and a deep understanding of the human spirit in challenging circumstances. His novels, such as "The Golden Woman: A Story of the Montana Hills" and "The Night Riders: A Romance of Early Montana," reflect his fascination with the frontier life and the complexities of its characters.

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