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Redskin and Cow-Boy: A Tale of the Western Plains

G. A. Henty

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Book Excerpt: 
. . .I shall always go out with you myself with one of the men in case of accident, and I can put you up to some of their tricks before you mount."

Hugh was more than fifteen now, and was very tall and [69] strong for his age. He had ridden a great deal when he had been at home during the summer, and in the winter when the weather was open, and had learned to sit on nasty-tempered animals, for these had gradually taken the place of his father's steady hunters; but this year he found that the coachman's opinion of those now under his charge was by no means exaggerated. In spite of doing his best to keep his seat, he had many heavy falls, being once or twice stunned; but he stuck to it, and by the end of the holidays flattered himself that he could ride the worst-tempered animal in the stable. He did not go away this year, begging his aunt to remain at home.

"It is a splendid chance of learning to ride well, aunt," he said. "If I stick at it right t. . . Read More

Community Reviews

Like other Henty historical fiction novels this is superb reading, in so far as it accurately exposes the reader to period history. That Henty aptly combines a compelling and riveting plot with true history is undeniable. Absent the history lesson the story itself is good fun, but paired with the hi

Exciting, suspenseful, and surprisingly interestingly educational about cattle ranching

Wordy, not at all PC for current times, yet an interesting story and perspective on the wild wild west. The main character is memorable and top quality.

I like Henty for the way he weaves a story of history. This book is a good one maybe one of my favorites now but I still like many others well. I’m a sucker for a action packed, historical story. Thanks G. A.

G.A. Henry’s forte is creating an action-packed book revolving around usually one young man that is placed in a unique historical setting. This book obviously has the historical setting of the Cowboys and Indians type Wild West set in the early 1800s.

Overall, a pretty good book. The book starts off