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Zane Grey

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Riders of the Purple Sage by Zane Grey is a novel written in the early 20th century. Set against the rugged backdrop of southern Utah, the story revolves around themes of love, conflict, and the struggle between different communities, particularly the Mormons and Gentiles. Central to the narrative is Jane Withersteen, a strong-willed woman who grapples with her societal role while navigating her feelings for two men: her loyal rider, Venters, and a mysterious gunman named Lassiter.

The book takes place in Texas, the Lone Star State, and several main characters are Texas Rangers, a famous band of highly capable law enforcement officers. It follows the life of Buck Duane, a man who becomes an outlaw and then redeems himself in the eyes of the law.

The story follows an ancient feud between two frontier families that is inflamed when one of the families takes up cattle rustling. The ranchers are led by Jean Isbel and, on the other side, Lee Jorth and his band of cattle rustlers. The story is based on a factual event involving the notorious Hashknife gang of Northern Arizona.