02259cam a22003493u 4500 67306 UtSlPG 20260610134544.0 m cr n 260607r20221919utu|||||o|||||||||||||| d UtSlPG en iso639-1 PS Brand, Max, 1892-1944 The Laughter of Slim Malone Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg, 2022 1 online resource : multiple file formats text txt rdacontent computer c rdamedia online resource cr rdacarrier Produced from the June 14, 1919 issue of All-Story Weekly magazine. Release date is 2022-02-02 Roger Frank and Sue Clark "The Laughter of Slim Malone" by Max Brand is a fast-paced western novel written in the early 20th century. The book revolves around the notorious character Slim Malone, whose reputation has become legendary in the mining town of Appleton. The story captures the tumultuous atmosphere of a burgeoning frontier town rife with lawlessness, adventure, and colorful characters. The narrative follows the arrival of Lefty Cornwall, a famed gunfighter hired as deputy sheriff to capture Malone, who has been terrorizing the town by robbing stages and ambushing stagecoaches. As Lefty embarks on his quest, he discovers Malone's lair and confronts him. Their encounter leads to unexpected twists, filled with tension and dark humor, highlighting the duality of the violent yet charming nature of both men. Ultimately, the story culminates in a surprising turn of events that redefines both law and loyalty in the rugged backdrop of the West. Through its intriguing characters and engaging plot, the book explores themes of reputation, adventure, and the complexity of human nature in the wild frontier. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Originally published: United States: The Frank A. Munsey Company, 1919 Short stories Western stories Outlaws -- Fiction Produced from the June 14, 1919 issue of All-Story Weekly magazine. https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/67306 108128 108128