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Outlaw Jack; or, the mountain devil

By Jos. E. Badger
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A westward emigrant party is stranded while a matriarch dies from an accidental rifle discharge, prompting a mournful burial and testing communal bonds. Two young fortune-seekers among the travelers wrestle with the lure of a discovered gold nugget, which ignites secretive excitement and suspicion. Personal rivalries and covert schemes surface as one man extracts oaths and another reacts with thinly veiled menace, revealing how avarice and fear strain loyalties and provoke dangerous confrontations. The narrative alternates between frontier grief, simmering greed, and the precarious moral choices facing people on a perilous migration.

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Jos. E. Badger

Jos. E. Badger was an American author known for his contributions to adventure and frontier literature in the late 19th century. His works often explore themes of bravery, conflict, and survival in the American wilderness. Among his notable titles is "Delaware Tom; or, The Traitor Guide," which showcases his knack for storytelling within the context of historical events. Badger's narratives frequently feature rugged characters and vivid depictions of the American landscape, reflecting the spirit of exploration and the complexities of frontier life. His stories remain a part of the literary heritage that captures the essence of American adventure.

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