Rio Grande's Last Race
Rio Grande's Last Race is a novel written by Andrew Barton Paterson, published in 1913. The story follows the adventures of a young man named Dick Marston, who becomes embroiled in a dangerous race across the Rio Grande River during the Mexican Revolution. Along the way, he encounters various characters, including a beautiful woman named Dolores, and must navigate treacherous terrain and hostile forces to reach his destination. The novel is known for its vivid descriptions of the American Southwest and its exploration of themes such as courage, loyalty, and the clash of cultures.
By Andrew Barton Paterson · First published 1907 · Genre: Poetry, Adventure, Drama · 1,021 words
First lines
Now this was what Macpherson told While waiting in the stand; A reckless rider, over-bold, The only man with hands to hold The rushing Rio Grande.
He said, 'This day I bid good-bye To bit and bridle rein, To ditches deep and fences high, For I have dreamed a dream, and I Shall never ride again.
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Rio Grande's Last Race is listed on Textopian as a poem by Andrew Barton Paterson, dated 1907 CE.
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- Work type: Poem
- Author: Andrew Barton Paterson
- Date: 1907 CE
- Language: English
- Genres: Poetry, Adventure, Drama
- Length: 1,021 words
- Structure: 1 section, 21 paragraphs
- Reading fit: Easy (6th Grade)
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Genres
- Poetry — Andrew Barton Paterson is known for his ballads and poems, and 'Rio Grande's Last Race' is a prime example of his poetic work.
- Adventure — The plot centers around a thrilling horse race, making the adventure a significant part of the story.
- Drama — The tragic conclusion and the heightened emotions throughout contribute to this being considered a dramatic work.
Tags
western · frontier · settlement · exploration · adventure · river · travel · history · culture · literature · australian · british