Horseman, Pass By A Novel
Horseman, Pass By A Novel by Larry McMurtry is a reprint edition published by Simon and Schuster on June 25, 2002. This novel, originally published in 1961, explores the conflict between modernity and the Old West through the experiences of Texas cattlemen. The story centers on Homer Bannon, an old-time cattleman who embodies traditional values, and his stepson Hud, whose unscrupulous nature contrasts sharply with Homer’s integrity. The narrative is conveyed through the perspective of Lonnie, Homer’s young grandson, who finds himself torn between the two figures.
Readers will encounter a vivid depiction of the changing landscape of the West in the years following World War II. McMurtry’s portrayal of the characters and their struggles offers a stark, realistic view of the era, emphasizing themes of honesty, decency, and the allure of materialism. With its literary depth and engaging storytelling, Horseman, Pass By provides insight into the complexities of familial relationships and the evolving values of a society in transition. This edition spans 192 pages and is presented in English.
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From the Pulitzer Prize–winning author of Lonesome Dove comes the novel that became the basis for the film Hud, starring Paul Newman. In classic Western style Larry McMurtry illustrates the timeless conflict between the modernity and the Old West through the eyes of Texas cattlemen.
Horseman, Pass By tells the story of Homer Bannon, an old-time cattleman who epitomizes the frontier values of honesty and decency, and Hud, his unscrupulous stepson. Caught in the middle is the narrator, Homer’s young grandson Lonnie, who is as much drawn to his grandfather’s strength of character as he is to Hud’s hedonism and materialism.
When first published in 1961, Horseman, Pass By caused a sensation in Texas literary circles for its stark, realistic portrayal of the struggles of a changing West in the years following World War II. Never before had a writer managed to encapsulate its environment with such unsentimental realism. Today, memorable characters, powerful themes, and illuminating detail make Horseman, Pass By vintage McMurtry.
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