Zane Grey books

[rrt]

Awhile back, I said something like Zane Grey's books were "light reading. I was taken to task for that--rightfully so, I might add. I have just re-read Riders of the Purple Sage and have read Forlorn River and its sequel, "Nevada." The first one is Grey's most critically acclaimed book, and though it is a decent read, I enjoyed both of the others much more. Grey's descriptions of scenery are probably better than those of any other writer with whom I am familiar. I have a stack of Grey's books to read and re-read, so I think I am in for some enjoyable reading. Some of you might like his stuff, too, if you can find his books.

 

[gfen]

I've only done one or two ZG books, they just didn't pull me in.... Whereas Louis Lamour is one of my guility pleasures. I find it really hard to admit to people that I love his westerns, but damnit, I can't help it. As far as books go, they're formulaic crap, but there's just something abotu them that's made me read every single one, most more than once.

I don't get it.

 

[hammertime]

The best thing about flea markets is rummaging through all the cheap westerns looking for a Louie Lamour book that I don't already have!

 

[gulfgreyhound]

Zane Gray's Anglers Eldorado Zane Gray in New Zealand well worth the read.