The Seltzer, Charles Alden 1875-1942 creator Ivory, P. V. E. 1883-1960 text utu 2006 monographic en 1 online resource : multiple file formats "The Trail Horde" by Charles Alden Seltzer is a novel written in the early 20th century. Set against the backdrop of the American West, the story follows Kane Lawler, a rancher dealing with the complexities of morality, loyalty, and the business of cattle ranching in the face of shifting allegiances and ethical dilemmas. Central to the narrative are themes involving Lawler's relationship with his mother, his feelings for Ruth Hamlin, and the tension created by characters like Gary Warden and Joe Hamlin, who threaten his world and values. At the start of the novel, readers are introduced to Kane Lawler, who is preparing to ship cattle while grappling with the implications of his family's reputation and local corruption. The opening chapter provides a glimpse into the life of ranching, the tensions with neighbors, particularly involving the deceitful Warden, and Lawler's struggle to uphold his integrity amidst the challenges posed by cattle rustling and his feelings for Ruth Hamlin, the schoolteacher. The interactions between characters set the stage for conflict, drawing readers into a narrative that examines the interplay of personal ethics and ranching culture in the evolving landscape of the West. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Release date is 2006-01-07 E-text prepared by Graeme Mackreth, Suzanne Shell, and the Project Gutenberg Online Distributed Proofreading Team Original publication data not identified Western stories PS Original publication data not identified https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/17477 https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/17477 UtSlPG 260607 20260610133416.0 17477