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Tuttle, W. C. (Wilbur C.)
1883
1969
Tuttle, Wilbur C.
Tuttle, Wilbur Coleman
Flames of the Storm
Roger Frank and Sue Clark
"Flames of the Storm" by W. C. Tuttle is a novel set in a rugged early 20th-century Western environment. The story focuses on the struggles between cattlemen and sheep herders, showcasing the life and conflicts faced by characters such as Skeeter Bill Sarg—a cowboy with an ambiguous past—and Jim Kirk, a sheepherder trying to survive against overwhelming odds. The narrative unfolds amidst a severe drought that exacerbates tensions in the valley of Moon River. At the start of the story, the reader is introduced to the harsh conditions of the valley as Skeeter Bill navigates through dusty landscapes. After an unexpected encounter with Jim Kirk, whose sheep have attracted the ire of cattlemen, tensions escalate when Kirk accidentally shoots Skeeter's horse. A brief yet tense interaction follows, illustrating the dangers of their respective livelihoods, culminating in Skeeter's involvement in defense of Kirk's family while navigating a hostile environment. The stakes rise dramatically when Skeeter becomes embroiled in a series of violent confrontations that force him to confront his past and his ideals of loyalty and justice in a world marked by rivalry and survival. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Reading ease score: 91.7 (5th grade). Very easy to read.
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Western stories
Adventure stories
Cowboys -- Fiction
Shepherds -- Fiction
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