02417cam a22003013u 4500 11195 UtSlPG 20260610133252.0 m cr n 260607r2004||||utu|||||o|||||||||||||| d UtSlPG en iso639-1 PS Brand, Max, 1892-1944 Alcatraz Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg, 2004 1 online resource : multiple file formats text txt rdacontent computer c rdamedia online resource cr rdacarrier Release date is 2004-02-01 Produced by Suzanne Shell, Carol David, Nicolas Hayes and PG Distributed Proofreaders "Alcatraz" by Max Brand is a novel written in the early 20th century that introduces readers to the wild and untamed spirit of the American West, including its powerful horses and the people who ride them. The story revolves around the titular horse, Alcatraz, a once-majestic stallion now reduced to a mere shadow of his former self under the cruel ownership of Manuel Cordova. The novel explores themes of freedom, resilience, and the nuanced relationships between humans and animals, set against the backdrop of horseback racing and ranch life. The opening of "Alcatraz" sets the stage with a vivid description of the titular stallion, whose neglected condition is a testament to the hardships he has suffered at the hands of his owner. As Marianne Jordan, a young woman determined to improve her family's struggling ranch, ventures into the horse market, she becomes intrigued by Alcatraz despite his ragged appearance. Their first encounter reveals the stallion’s hidden potential when he displays anger and defiance towards Cordova, hinting at the strong spirit that yearns for freedom. Marianne's initial disappointment transforms into a sense of determination, igniting a bond with the horse that promises to be central to her future endeavors in the ranching world. This initial juxtaposition between Alcatraz's current state and Marianne's aspirations sets the stage for a narrative rich with tension, action, and a compelling exploration of human-animal dynamics. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Original publication data not identified Horses -- Fiction https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/11195 52642 52642