Historical Fiction Novels Set in the American West: Exploring the Wild Frontier The American West is often romanticized in literature, film, and even history itself. Its vast, untamed landscapes, rugged cowboys, and tales of pioneering spirit continue to captivate readers around the world. If you're a fan of historical fiction and are looking for a thrilling adventure set in the American West, we've got you covered. In this article, we'll recommend some must-read novels, introduce noteworthy authors, and also provide you with online resources to delve deeper into this captivating genre. 1. "Lonesome Dove" by Larry McMurtry: Considered a masterpiece, "Lonesome Dove" chronicles the journey of two ex-Texas Rangers who drive a cattle herd from Texas to Montana in the late 19th century. McMurtry's vivid storytelling paints a realistic portrait of life on the American frontier, capturing not only the dangers and hardships but also the camaraderie and hopes of those seeking a new life. 2. "Blood Meridian" by Cormac McCarthy: Set in the mid-19th century, "Blood Meridian" is a dark and gritty novel that follows a teenage runaway referred to only as "the kid" as he joins a ruthless gang of scalp hunters in the American Southwest. McCarthy's poetic prose juxtaposed with brutal violence makes this Western tale an unforgettable reading experience. 3. "True Grit" by Charles Portis: "True Grit" tells the story of Mattie Ross, a determined young girl seeking justice for her father's murder. With the help of U.S. Marshal Rooster Cogburn, known for his "true grit," they embark on a dangerous manhunt. Portis' novel is known for its indomitable heroine and its realistic portrayal of the Old West. 4. "Bury My Heart at Wounded Knee" by Dee Brown: While not a work of fiction, this seminal book is often mentioned in discussions of historical novels set in the American West. "Bury My Heart at Wounded Knee" provides a powerful and heartbreaking account of the Native American experience, chronicling the conflicts from the perspective of indigenous tribes during the 19th century. Other notable authors in the genre include Louis L'Amour, Zane Grey, and Annie Proulx. Their works beautifully capture the spirit of the American West through gripping narratives and fascinating characters. If you're hungry for more Western tales, there are several websites dedicated to the genre. Websites like Goodreads, Western Writers of America, and Western Fictioneers feature recommended reading lists, author interviews, and reader forums where you can discuss your favorite Western novels. In conclusion, historical fiction set in the American West is a rich and diverse genre that never fails to transport readers back in time to the era of cowboys, outlaws, and pioneers. Whether you're in the mood for an epic cattle drive, a tale of revenge, or a perspective on the Native American experience, the novels and authors mentioned in this article will surely satisfy your cravings for adventure on the wild frontier. So saddle up and immerse yourself in the captivating world of the American West through these captivating works of historical fiction.
Kowtow thrice before the Tao! Seeking an elixir of immortality! Travel through the land of Chee Guo in the Journey to the West, go through the entire journey, seeking an elixir of immortality!
129.27 Million words | 2021-09-30 00:28Update
There are always some people in this world who are brave, fearless, stubborn, even stubborn, unrestrained, proud, and arrogant. Even in desperate situations, they never compromise. They would rather die than lose. PS: The book and TV series are already in preparation...
254.86 Million words | 2021-06-25 07:44Update
Under the Nine Suns' spring, lies the remains of the Golden Crow. A young man unintentionally finds himself in the world of Journey to the West, using the corpses of nine Golden Crows to embark on a unique journey, creating a divergent tale of the West. This book is also known as: "Humans in Journey to the West: Roasting Nine Golden Crows at the Beginning."
373.28 Million words | 2020-08-23 05:58Update
Traveling through the wilderness, becoming a spiritual river on the Golden Turtle Island. After billions of years of cultivation, my body spread throughout the entire island, establishing dominance over Golden Turtle Island. Receiving the heavenly transmission of formation techniques, I transformed my body into a defensive formation, guarding the gates of the cult. "You and my cult have no fate, leave quickly." "The Heavenly Saint teaches without discrimination, I have come from millions of miles away. How can you reject me and send me away from the island...
133.02 Million words | 2021-06-19 10:23Update
The son of a wealthy businessman, who has been weak and sickly since childhood, accidentally embarks on the path of cultivating immortality while seeking a method to prolong his life! In the prosperous era of the Tang Dynasty, peace reigns throughout the land, with favorable winds and abundant rainfall, and the people live in tranquility. But a millennium later, demons devour the heavens, and ghosts and monsters run rampant, causing widespread suffering. The Journey to the West is staged once again, with the Great Sage battling against the heavens, the Heavenly Marshal descending to the mortal realm, and the curtain of reincarnation being raised once more. Amidst the perplexing journey of traversing through time and space, reality and illusion intertwine. Is this a dream foretold by prophecy, or a yet-to-happen reality? Can he break free from the predetermined obstacles of fate, eliminate the impending disaster of the three realms, and save the people from imminent peril?
436.75 Million words | 2020-07-16 16:47Update
When the already formidable Sun Wukong finds a copy of Journey to the West, the entire world of the West will undergo a tremendous transformation. Sun Wukong: "Wreak havoc in Heaven? No thanks, I'm a law-abiding monkey." Jade Emperor: "..." Buddha: "..." Guanyin Bodhisattva: "..."
46.96 Million words | 2023-02-20 16:53Update
The character is Sun Wukong, the Great Sage Equal to Heaven, but the story is not "Journey to the West"... Also, what's the relationship between Wu Cheng'en and the Six-Eared Macaque?
7.46 Million words | 2022-01-31 10:37Update
Flower Fruit Mountain proclaimed as king, Mount Fangcun sought immortality. From the East Sea, to the Underworld, and then to the Heavenly Palace, chaos ensued. After being suppressed under the Five Elements Mountain, he journeyed to the Western Heaven to obtain scriptures, encountering numerous obstacles and overcoming eighty-one trials, ultimately becoming the Victorious Fighting Buddha. Throughout Sun Wukong's life, was he considered successful or a failure? Or, perhaps, was it a thorough tragedy? Were all these events a result of calculation? Or were they simply a manifestation of his character? When Sun Wukong gains a life simulator, what kind of future will he create?
123.23 Million words | 2021-03-22 04:01Update
Who is the supreme ruler of the world, with the heavens bowing before me? Above the nine skies, I reign as an emperor. I decree, who dares to challenge me in the realms of all heavens? This story tells of a modern otaku who travels through the world of Journey to the West with a
77.57 Million words | 2022-02-12 06:37Update
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79.88 Million words | 2023-01-08 01:44Update
One day, Chen Zhengqian discovered with horrified surprise that he could bring items from the game warehouse into reality...
174.52 Million words | 2021-02-09 01:36Update
An extra who ran errands for a living, unfortunately died while standing in as a stunt double for a famous actor! When he woke up, he found himself transformed into Marshal Tianpeng, commanding a hundred thousand heavenly soldiers in the Milky Way. Quite impressive! He vowed never to harass Chang'e, as he didn't want to become Zhu Bajie! But why would the Jade Emperor still cast him down to the mortal realm?... Empress Wangmu: "You damn ghost, I've saved Marshal Tianpeng's position for you. The Jade Emperor can't give it to anyone else. When you go to the underworld, don't drink Meng Po's soup. You can't forget others!" Seven fairies: "Big Brother Tianpeng, we will miss you..." Chang'e: "I'm sorry, Tianpeng. It
31.86 Million words | 2020-07-31 22:41Update
I traveled through time and became a little pheasant. With this small body, I am destined to never return to the human world. So, I might as well embrace the promising career of being a monster! There's a saying in the monster world that "a monster who doesn't want to be a demon king is not a good monster." Therefore, most monsters aspire to become demon kings, but I don't want to be a good monster because there's also a saying that "the nail that sticks out gets hammered down." To avoid being a good monster, I kept a low profile and acted like a bird, but somehow, I accidentally became a good monster again! And not just a good monster, but a big, powerful one too! Who can I turn to for answers about this situation? I am a slow starter, so please be patient with me! If you're interested, there's a completed novel called "The Taoist in the Journey to the West World" with over three million words. I guarantee its credibility and that there won't be any censorship!
199.30 Million words | 2020-08-14 00:38Update
I am Tang Sanzang. I am the true protagonist of the journey to the West. I am not going to the West to retrieve sutras, but to seek justice. Justice is the true path. In the chaotic era and ancient times, the original way was through killing! The path of killing arises for the sake of justice! I cultivate the path of killing!
125.39 Million words | 2022-05-18 16:33Update
Rebirth on Mount Huaguo, there was a golden monkey. Sun Fan once believed that his future would be as the unruly and fearless Great Sage Equal to Heaven, treading on clouds and defeating powerful foes. Until one day, he encountered a tattered-robed old monkey at the so-called "Mount Huaguo" in the back. "You must have all heard about his story..." "Some say he helped Tang Sanzang obtain the scriptures and became the Great Sage Equal to Heaven...and stayed on Ling Mountain ever since." "There are also those
70.74 Million words | 2020-10-18 16:09Update
"Did I enter hell?" "Am I not dead?" This can't be! Where am I? He exclaimed in shock, "I have been reborn through time and space!" Yes, his soul has traversed to a different realm, possessing someone else's body. This man is called Xie Ye. This story tells of his fantastical journey in the Divine Land, possessing the Nine Transformation Star Technique. In the Divine Land, with Xie Ye's arrival, the heavens will be stained with blood. A tyrant is about to be born in the Divine Land, one who is arrogant, ruthless, and deranged!
279.34 Million words | 2022-12-02 12:04Update
Tricked by Tathagata, the true and false identities of the Monkey King are swapped on the peak of Mount Ling. Sun Wukong's physical body is destroyed, his true spirit is banished into the River of Heaven by the Heavenly Dao. Fortunately, with the help of the Time and Space Life and Death Divine Symbol, he reincarnates and returns, defying the heavens. In this life, I, Sun Wukong, will make all the gods and Buddhas remember this name. I am the Great Sage, Sun Wukong!
317.88 Million words | 2020-10-14 06:16Update
The new book "The Legend of Haotian in the Realm of Spirits" has been released. Please come and show your support.
103.22 Million words | 2022-04-22 15:59Update
