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Where the West begins

By Austin Hall
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A stubborn homesteader stakes claim to a dry strip of foothill land between the irrigated valley and the mountains, provoking a confrontation with a wealthy land and water company whose president tries to buy him out and to deny access to creeks. The narrative follows the cowboy's practical resourcefulness, his attachment to place and stock, and the legal and social tensions over water rights, corporate power, and individual independence. Scenes alternate between wide landscape description, practical frontier life, negotiation and quiet preparation to resist displacement.

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Austin Hall

Austin Hall was an American author known for his contributions to early 20th-century literature, particularly in the genres of science fiction and fantasy. His notable works include "The Blind Spot," which explores themes of perception and reality, and "The Man Who Saved the Earth," a narrative that combines adventure with speculative elements. Hall's writing often reflects a fascination with the unknown and the possibilities of human experience, making him a unique voice in his time. His stories frequently delve into the interplay between science and imagination, inviting readers to ponder the boundaries of their understanding.

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