The Dry Divide
The Dry Divide by Ralph Moody, published by U of Nebraska Press in January 1994, is a reprint edition comprising 230 pages. This work follows the journey of a young Ralph Moody, who, at just twenty years old, finds himself in western Nebraska with only a dime to his name on the Fourth of July in 1919. Over the course of three months, he transforms his circumstances, acquiring eight teams of horses and the necessary equipment, while fostering a sense of community among those who work with him.
Readers will encounter themes of hard work, ingenuity, and respect for others as Moody navigates the challenges posed by both nature and human relationships. The narrative captures the tension between these opposing forces, illustrating the complexities of life during this historical period. The Dry Divide serves as a continuation of Moody’s earlier experiences depicted in his previous works, showcasing his growth and resilience in the face of adversity.
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Ralph Moody, just turned twenty, had only a dime in his pocket when he was put off a freight in western Nebraska. It was the Fourth of July in 1919. Three months later he owned eight teams of horses and rigs to go with them. Everyone who worked with him shared in the prosperity?the widow whose wheat crop was saved and the group of misfits who formed a first-rate harvesting crew. But sometimes fickle Mother Nature and frail human nature made sure that nothing was easy. The tension between opposing forces never lets up in this book.
Without preaching, The Dry Divide warmly illustrates the old-time virtues of hard work ingenuity, and respect for others. The Ralph Moody who was a youngster in Little Britches and who grew up without a father and with early responsibilities in Man of the Family, The Fields of Home, The Home Ranch, Mary Emma & Company, and Shaking the Nickel Bush (all Bison Books) has become a man to reckon with in The Dry Divide.
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