The Devils Keg: The Story of the Foss River Ranch (1903)

The Devil's Keg: The Story of the Foss River Ranch is a novel written by Ridgwell Cullum and originally published in 1903. The story is set in the rugged terrain of the American West and follows the lives of a group of settlers who have established a ranch in the Foss River Valley. The main character, John Foss, is a young man who inherits the ranch from his father and must navigate the challenges of running it, including dealing with hostile neighbors, cattle rustlers, and natural disasters.The novel is a classic example of the Western genre, with its focus on the struggle between civilization and the untamed wilderness. The characters are vividly drawn and include cowboys, outlaws, and Native Americans, all of whom play a role in the drama that unfolds on the Foss River Ranch. The book also explores themes of loyalty, courage, and the importance of family and community.Overall, The Devil's Keg is a thrilling adventure story that captures the spirit of the American West and the people who lived there. It is a must-read for fans of Western literature and anyone who enjoys a good tale of adventure and survival in the face of adversity.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.