Texas John Alden by Robert E. Howard
The novel follows the adventures of John Alden, a Texas Ranger who is sent to investigate a series of mysterious murders in the small town of El Paso. He soon discovers that the town is being terrorized by a gang of outlaws led by the notorious outlaw, Black Jack Ketchum. With the help of his friend, the local sheriff, Alden sets out to bring the gang to justice. Along the way, Alden must face off against a variety of dangerous foes, including a ruthless Mexican bandit, a mysterious gunslinger, and a powerful Indian shaman. He also discovers a secret that could change the course of history in the West. Texas John Alden is a classic Western adventure, full of action, suspense, and intrigue. It is a must-read for fans of the genre.
By Robert E. Howard · First published 1928 · Genre: Western, Adventure, Fantasy · 6,668 words
First lines
I HEAR THE citizens of War Whoop has organized theirselves into a committee of public safety which they says is to pertect the town agen me, Breckinridge Elkins. Sech doings as that irritates me. You'd think I was a public menace or something.
I'm purty dern tired of their slanders. I didn't tear down their cussed jail; the buffalo-hunters done it. How could I when I was in it at the time?
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- Work type: Novel
- Author: Robert E. Howard
- Date: 1928 CE
- Language: English
- Genres: Western, Adventure, Fantasy, Historical Fiction
- Length: 6,668 words
- Structure: 1 section, 218 paragraphs
- Reading fit: Fairly Easy (7th Grade)
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Genres
- Western — The book is set in Texas and follows the adventures of a cowboy, John Alden, making it a classic Western novel.
- Adventure — The book follows John Alden as he embarks on a series of adventures, making it an adventure novel.
- Fantasy — The book contains elements of fantasy, such as mythical creatures and magical powers, making it a fantasy novel.
- Historical Fiction — The book is set in the 19th century and contains historical elements, making it a historical fiction novel.
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Western · Adventure · Fiction · Robert E. Howard · Texas · Cowboys · Action · Heroism · Historical · Literature · Short Stories · American