02358cam a22003373u 4500 2063 UtSlPG 20260610133053.0 m cr n 260607r2000||||utu|||||o|||||||||||||| d UtSlPG en iso639-1 PS Bower, B. M., 1871-1940 The Trail of the White Mule Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg, 2000 1 online resource : multiple file formats text txt rdacontent computer c rdamedia online resource cr rdacarrier Release date is 2000-02-01 Produced by Daniel Wentzell. HTML version by Al Haines. "The Trail of the White Mule" by B. M. Bower is a novel written in the early 20th century. It follows the adventures of Casey Ryan, a free-spirited, impulsive man who has recently moved from the wild desert to a city environment, struggling to adapt to the restrictions of urban life. The narrative begins with a chaotic traffic encounter that highlights Casey's disregard for rules and hints at his rebellious nature, as well as establishing a tension-filled relationship with his wife, the Little Woman. The opening of the book sets the stage for Casey's character and his impulsive tendencies, showcasing his impatience with city regulations and the accompanying chaos that ensues. After a confrontation with traffic officers, Casey’s wife expresses concern over his reckless behavior, hinting at his challenges in adapting to their new city lifestyle. The story quickly shifts as he decides to leave the city behind, longing for adventure, and embarks on a prospecting trip into the desert—a backdrop filled with challenges that will test his resolve. This engaging introduction not only presents a vivid portrayal of Casey Ryan but also sets up the promise of adventure, conflict, and personal growth as he navigates through both the desert landscape and his inner turmoil. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Original publication data not identified Western stories Distilling, Illicit -- Fiction California -- Fiction Ryan, Casey (Fictitious character) -- Fiction https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/2063 44170 44170