02364cam a22003373u 4500 15580 UtSlPG 20260610133351.0 m cr n 260607r2005||||utu|||||o|||||||||||||| d UtSlPG en iso639-1 PS Grey, Zane, 1872-1939 The Rustlers of Pecos County Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg, 2005 1 online resource : multiple file formats text txt rdacontent computer c rdamedia online resource cr rdacarrier Release date is 2005-04-08 E-text prepared by Suzanne Shell, Project Gutenberg Beginners Projects, "The Rustlers of Pecos County" by Zane Grey is a Western novel written in the early 20th century. The story is set in the wild and lawless Texas frontier, where it follows Vaughn Steele, a Texas Ranger, and Russ Sittell, a young cowboy, as they navigate the dangerous landscape filled with rustlers, violence, and complicated relationships. The book delves into themes of duty, identity, and moral dilemmas against the backdrop of a tumultuous and vivid portrayal of frontier life. At the start of the novel, we are introduced to Russ Sittell as he is unexpectedly discharged from a job at the local ranch by George Wright, the cousin of Miss Diane Sampson, who seems to be the object of Russ's affections. Miscommunication leads to a dramatic confrontation, revealing tensions between the characters that hint at larger conflicts to come. Following this, Vaughn Steele, the Texas Ranger, arrives in town, and his presence stirs up excitement and fear due to his reputation. The opening sets the stage for a complex interplay of loyalty and betrayal as Russ finds himself entangled in a web of intrigue involving cowboys, local ranchers, and the looming threat of lawlessness—all while secretly working on a mission to bring justice to the unsettled Pecos County. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Original publication data not identified Western stories West (U.S.) -- Social life and customs -- Fiction Frontier and pioneer life -- Fiction Outlaws -- Fiction https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/15580 56968 56968