Ernest Haycox’s ‘Murder on the Frontier’ delves into the gritty and violent world of the American frontier, a setting beloved by fans of vintage Western literature. The book follows a series of murders in a small frontier town, intertwining the lives of various townspeople as they search for the culprit. Haycox’s writing style is vivid and detailed, painting a vivid picture of life on the frontier and the moral ambiguities faced by its inhabitants. The book’s fast-paced plot and engaging characters make it a thrilling read for fans of Western fiction. Set against the backdrop of a lawless and unforgiving land, ‘Murder on the Frontier’ explores themes of justice, revenge, and the human condition. Ernest Haycox’s deep knowledge of Western history and culture shines through in this gripping tale of mystery and suspense.
A propos de l’auteur
Ernest Haycox is among the most successful writers of American western fiction. He is credited for raising western fiction up from the pulp fiction into the mainstream. His works influenced other writers of western fiction to the point of no return. Fans of his work included Gertrude Stein and Ernest Hemingway, and the latter once wrote, ‘I read The Saturday Evening Post whenever it has a serial by Ernest Haycox.’