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The Border Legion

Zane Grey
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The Border Legion

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 1957

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Zane Grey

The Border Legion

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 1957
Book Details
Pages

178

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Idaho • 1890s

Publication Year

1957

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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Super Short Summary

In The Border Legion by Zane Grey, individuals are drawn into a narrative of survival and transformation set against the backdrop of the American frontier. A person battles personal and external conflicts while confronting the complexities of lawlessness and morality in a rugged, untamed landscape. The story explores themes of redemption and personal growth.

Adventurous

Gritty

Romantic

Suspenseful

Emotional

Reviews & Readership

3.9

1,542 ratings

68%

Loved it

22%

Mixed feelings

10%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

The Border Legion by Zane Grey is praised for its vivid depiction of the rugged Western landscape and its exploration of loyalty and redemption. Readers appreciate Grey's dynamic storytelling and character development. However, some critique the pacing as uneven and note that the portrayal of women can feel outdated. Overall, it's a compelling read for fans of the Western genre.

Who should read this

Who Should Read The Border Legion?

Readers who enjoy The Border Legion by Zane Grey typically appreciate classic Western novels with themes of adventure, redemption, and rugged landscapes. Fans of Grey will also enjoy the works of Louis L'Amour, like Hondo, and Owen Wister's The Virginian for similar exploration of frontier life and moral complexities.

3.9

1,542 ratings

68%

Loved it

22%

Mixed feelings

10%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

178

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Idaho • 1890s

Publication Year

1957

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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