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100	1		_aBower, B. M., _d1871-1940
245	1	4	_aThe Ranch at the Wolverine
264		1	_aSalt Lake City, UT : _bProject Gutenberg, _c2009
300			_a1 online resource : _bmultiple file formats
336			_atext _btxt _2rdacontent
337			_acomputer _bc _2rdamedia
338			_aonline resource _bcr _2rdacarrier
500			_aRelease date is 2009-03-19
508			_aProduced by Al Haines
520			_a"The Ranch at the Wolverine" by B. M. Bower is a novel written in the early 20th century. The story revolves around the lives of pioneers settling in the rugged wilderness of Idaho, focusing on characters such as the hardened woman Marthy and her shiftless husband Jase, along with young Billy Louise, their neighbor's daughter. The narrative appears to explore themes of survival, hardship, and the nuances of human relationships in a stark and demanding environment. At the start of the novel, we are introduced to Marthy and Jase, who are portrayed as the archetypical pioneers struggling against the tough conditions of the wild. Marthy emerges as a driving force, making the best of their harsh life, while Jase remains passive and shiftless. The narrative also brings us to ten-year-old Billy Louise, who represents innocence and curiosity, often fostering a bond with other characters, particularly Marthy. As the story unfolds, it hints at a deeper exploration of their aspirations, losses, and the stark realities they face, suggesting a journey of growth and resilience amidst the challenges of frontier life. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
534			_nOriginal publication data not identified
653			_aWestern stories
856	4	0	_uhttps://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/28356
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