Lewis, Alfred Henry 1857-1914 creator Luks, George Benjamin 1867-1933 Taylor, Horace 1864-1921 text utu 2016 monographic en 1 online resource : multiple file formats "Sandburrs" by Alfred Henry Lewis is a collection of sketches written in the late 19th century. The work features various characters and vignettes that capture the life and strife of individuals in a gritty urban environment, particularly focusing on the struggles of those in the lower social strata, along with elements of humor and tragedy. The opening of "Sandburrs" introduces readers to Martin, a barkeeper who is associated with the world of dog fighting. As Martin prepares to pit his bull terrier, Spot, against another dog named Pincher, the narrative vividly depicts the anticipation of the fight and the peculiar camaraderie between Martin and his dog. The prose showcases a blend of excitement and brutality inherent in the dog-fighting scene, emphasizing the deep connections between the characters and their circumstances. The sketches set the tone for exploring complex human emotions and societal challenges through a series of gripping, sometimes darkly humorous tales. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Release date is 2016-05-03 Produced by David Widger from page images generously provided by the Internet Archive Original publication data not identified Western stories Humorous stories, American Short stories, American Cowboys -- Fiction Ranch life -- Fiction Arizona -- Social life and customs -- Fiction PS Original publication data not identified https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/51981 https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/51981 UtSlPG 260607 20260610134210.0 51981