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The Last Ride Of The Pony Express: My 2,000Mile Horseback Journey Into The Old West
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Usa Today Bestseller!Selected By The Smithsonian As Best Travel Books Of The YearSpellbinding (Douglas Preston) And Completely Fascinating (Elizabeth Letts), Cowboy And Journalist Will Grant Takes Us On An Epic And Authentic Horseback Journey Into The Modern West On An Adventure Of A Lifetime. The Last Ride Of The Pony Express Boldly Illuminates Both Our Mythic Fascination With The Pony Express, And How Its Spirit Continues To This Day.The Pony Express Was A Fasthorse Frontier Mail Service That Spanned The American West The High, Dry, And Undeniably Lonesome Part Of North America. While In Operation During The 1860S, It Carried Letter Mail On A Blistering Tenday Schedule Between Missouri And San Francisco, Running Through A Vast And Mostly Uninhabited Wilderness. It Covered A Massive Distanceakin To Running Horses Between Madrid And Moscow And To This Day, The Pony Express Is Irrefutably The Greatest Display Of American Horsemanship To Ever Color The Pages Of A History Book.Though The Pony Express Has Enjoyed A Lot Of Traction Over The Years, Among The Authors That Have Attempted To Encapsulate It, None Have Ever Ridden It Themselves. While Most Scholars Would Look For Answers Inside A Library, Will Grant Looks For His Between The Ears Of A Horse. Inspired By The Likes Of Mark Twain, Sir Richard Burton, And Horace Greeley, All Of Whom Traveled Throughout The Developing West, Will Grant Returned To His Roots: He Would Ride The Trail Himself With His Two Horses, Chicken Fry And Badger, From One End To The Other.Will Grant Captures The Spirit Of The West In A Way That Few Writers Have. Along With Rich Encounters With The Ranchers, Farmers, Historians, And Businessmen Who Populate The Trail, His Exploits On Horseback Offer An Intimate Portrait Of How The West Has Evolved From The Rough And Tumble 19Th Century To The Present, And Its Written With Such Intimacy That Youll Feel As Though Youre Riding Right Alongside Of Him. The Result Is An Extraordinary Portrait Of The Treacherous And, At Times, Thrilling Landscape Of The Known And Unknown American West, And The People Who Populate It.The Last Ride Of The Pony Express Is A Tale Of Adventure By A Horseman Who Defies Most Modern Conveniences, And Is An Unforgettable Narrative That Will Forever Change How You See The West, The Pony Express, And America As A Whole.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main theme of 'The Last Ride of the Pony Express'? A: The main theme of the book is an exploration of the spirit of the Pony Express and its historical significance, intertwined with the author's personal journey through the American West on horseback.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The author of 'The Last Ride of the Pony Express' is Will Grant, who is both a cowboy and journalist.
- Q: What can readers expect from Will Grant's writing style? A: Readers can expect a captivating and intimate writing style, rich with personal anecdotes and vivid descriptions of the landscapes and people encountered along the journey.
- Q: How many pages does the book have? A: The book contains 336 pages.
- Q: What is the publication date of 'The Last Ride of the Pony Express'? A: The book was published on June 6, 2023.
- Q: Is this book suitable for readers interested in American history? A: Yes, the book is highly suitable for readers interested in American history, particularly the evolution of the West and the historical role of the Pony Express.
- Q: What type of binding does this book have? A: The book is available in hardcover binding.
- Q: Can this book be considered a travel guide? A: While not a traditional travel guide, the book offers insights into the landscapes and cultures of the American West, making it inspirational for travelers.
- Q: Is there any information about the author’s journey in the book? A: Yes, the book details Will Grant's 2,000-mile horseback journey, providing a firsthand account of his experiences along the trail of the Pony Express.
- Q: What makes this book different from other books about the Pony Express? A: Unlike many books on the subject, Will Grant has personally ridden the trail, offering a unique perspective and firsthand experiences that enhance the narrative.