The Cobb, Irvin S. (Irvin Shrewsbury) 1876-1944 creator Allen, James E. 1894-1964 text utu 2023 monographic en 1 online resource : multiple file formats "The Cowboy and the Lady and Her Pa: A Story of a Fish Out of Water" by Irvin S. Cobb is a humorous novel written in the early 20th century. Set against the backdrop of the American West, it explores the clash of cultures between a refined Eastern family and the rugged, free-spirited cowboy lifestyle. The story primarily focuses on themes of romance, class differences, and the experiences of city folk encountering the wild, natural world. The narrative revolves around Mr. Hector Gatling and his family, particularly their daughter, Shirley, who becomes infatuated with a charming young cowboy named Hayes Tripler. As the family embarks on an adventurous trip through the mountains, tension arises as Mr. Gatling grows worried about his daughter's romantic interests. The humor stems from Mr. Gatling's overprotective nature and his observations about love, youth, and changing societal norms. Ultimately, the story culminates in a revelation about the true nature of love and the acceptance of differing lifestyles, leading Mr. Gatling to reconsider his initial judgments about the young cowboy. The book combines entertaining dialogue and engaging character dynamics to address broader themes of love and understanding across class divides. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Release date is 2023-02-01 Roger Frank and Sue Clark Originally published: New York, NY: International Magazine Corporation, 1926 Short stories Western stories Fathers and daughters -- Fiction Children of the rich -- Fiction Man-woman relationships -- Fiction Tourists -- Fiction PS New York, NY: International Magazine Corporation, 1926 https://archive.org/details/sim_cosmopolitan_1926-09_81_3 https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/69929 https://archive.org/details/sim_cosmopolitan_1926-09_81_3 https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/69929 UtSlPG 260607 20260610134622.0 69929