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Zane Grey, known mainly for his Western fiction and for his own personal adventures exploring the rugged West, was also a prolific fisherman. Once his income from the Westerns gave him free time to explore the world’s oceans, he devoted an average of 300 days a year to fishing, according to...

Zane Grey is considered the creator of the Western and remains the most popular author of that genre. The famous critic T. K. Whipple praised a typical Grey novel as a modern version of the ancient Beowulf saga, "a battle of passions with one another and with the will, a struggle of love and hate, or remorse and revenge, of blood, lust, honor, friendship, anger, grief—all of a grand scale and all incalculable and mysterious." This third Volume contains four of more of his captivating novels: Desert Gold, Wildfire, The Heritage of the Desert and The Last of the Plainsmen.

Zane Grey, known and loved primarily for his Western novels, was an avid fisherman. When his writing started paying off, he managed to spend as many as three hundred days a year enjoying the sport. And while he is remembered for his record-breaking catches, such as the 464-pound marlin caught...

A collection of classic Western tales Tappan's Burro by Zane Grey Prospecting was lonely business for Tappan, but his burro Jenet was good company, and she knew the trails and waterholes better than Tappan. She tracked with him, faithful, his only friend. And he repays her with a final, supreme...

Though he made his name and fortune as an author of Western novels, Zane Grey's best writing has to do with fishing. There, he was free from the conventions of the Western genre and the market's expectations, and was able to blend his talent for narrative with his keen eye for detail and sense of humor (much of it self-deprecating) into his books and articles.

Australia brings to mind images of the Great Barrier Reef, great white sharks, huge crocodiles, and friendly people. Zane Grey fished everywhere, but he often found himself lured back to the Pacific especially around Australia and New Zealand. Most of the fish caught in An American Angler in...

Zane Grey fished up to three hundred days of the year. But, with all that time on the water, there was nothing more exciting or more compelling than the really big fish―the giants of the sea. In Zane Grey’s day, blue fin tuna were pursued with harpoons and sometimes are even today. There is...

Based on some of Zane Grey’s own real-life adventures exploring the rugged West with professional guides, including the Grand Canyon area, he here tells the story of hunters with their hounds that go to the rim of the Grand Canyon in hopes of capturing mountain lions alive. This is one of Zane...

It's 1871 in the contented Mormon town of Cottonwoods, Utah, and Elder Tull wants to marry wealthy rancher Jane Withersteen so desperately that he's willing to use the water supply - the precious lifeblood of the land - to force her hand. But that was before a mysterious, lone gunman called Lassiter showed up...

Because of the unrestrained slaughter of cougars on Buckskin Mountain, the deer population has increased so fast that they begin to starve. But when Thad Eburne, chief forest ranger, hears the government’s plan to open a massive deer hunt to hundreds of indiscriminate hunters, he worries that...

Zane Grey, America’s master storyteller of the old West, was a passionate angler. He fished as many as three hundred days of the year. This collection, first published in 1925, describes his fishing adventures in exotic locales throughout the Pacific region. These stories capture the drama and...

Beliefs and passions become intertwined with betrayal and violence in this classic adventure tale, performed in exciting Radio Theatre style by a full cast.

Logan Huett thought he knew the West. Once a scout with the US Army, he was familiar with both the hardships and rewards of pioneer life. But not even Logan could foresee the challenges that lay ahead for him and his young wife Lucinda, raising a brood of headstrong children, struggling to...

Zane Grey shows his knowledge of Indian tribes and their history and the peon system of Mexican plantations.

Zane Grey is considered the creator of the Western genre and remains its most popular author. The famous critic T. K. Whipple praised a typical Grey novel as a modern version of the ancient Beowulf saga, "a battle of passions with one another and with the will, a struggle of love and hate, or remorse and revenge, of blood, lust, honor, friendship, anger, grief—all of a grand scale and all incalculable and mysterious." This fourth Volume contains four more of his novels: The Light of Western Stars, The UP Trail, The Spirit of the Border and The Call of the Canyon.

Zane Grey is considered the first and, by many, the best author of "Western" novels. This second volume contains four of his most popular novels, The Valley of Wild Horses, The Last Trail, The Rustlers of Pecos County and The Lone Star Ranger.

Embark on a journey through desolate landscapes and the inner struggles of the human spirit with "Wanderer of the Wasteland." This podcast delves into the themes of freedom, betrayal, and the quest for adventure in the unforgiving terrain of the American West. Each episode features a new complete audiobook that captures the essence of wanderlust and the complexities of relationships, as characters grapple with their pasts and seek redemption. This is not a single story but a series of unique explorations that reflect the resilience and vulnerability of those who dare to traverse the unknown. ...

When the eccentric members of the minor league baseball team, the Redheads, come together, laughter and chaos are never far behind. Zane Grey takes you on a wild ride through the diamond with 'Redheaded Outfield And Other Baseball Stories,' where outrageous antics and unforgettable personalities collide on and off the field. From the overly superstitious pitcher who believes his lucky socks can turn the tide of a game, to the flamboyant outfielder whose antics bring the crowd to their feet, each character offers a unique glimpse into the quirks of America's favorite pastime. As the season ...

In 'Rainbow Trail,' Zane Grey takes listeners on an unforgettable adventure set against the stunning backdrop of the Wild West. This gripping sequel to 'The Riders of the Purple Sage' dives deeper into the complexities of life within a Mormon community, where the struggle for freedom and love intertwines with societal expectations. The story follows the courageous protagonist as he navigates the challenges posed by polygamy and its impact on women. Grey’s vivid storytelling brings to life the harsh realities faced by those trapped in a system that often sidelines their voices. The themes of ...

A young cowboy Jack Hare finds himself entwined in a web of loyalty, danger, and unrequited love. After being saved from certain death by the seasoned rancher August Naab, Hare is thrust into a world where cattle thieves lurk and a corrupt rancher has his sights set on Naab's precious water rights. But the true battle lies within Hare himself, as he grapples with his growing feelings for Mescal, a captivating half-Navajo shepherdess. Complications arise when Mescal is promised to Naab’s first-born son, placing Hare in an impossible position. With tensions rising and the threat of violence ...