Publisher's Synopsis
Comrades of the Saddle or The Young Rough Riders of the Plains is a thrilling adventure novel written by Frank V. Webster. The story follows three young friends, Jack, Bob, and Tom, who live on a ranch in the Wild West. They have a passion for horses and riding, and dream of one day becoming cowboys.Their dreams become a reality when they are recruited to join a group of Rough Riders, a special unit of the cavalry that is tasked with protecting the western frontier from outlaws and hostile Native Americans. The boys are thrilled to be part of this elite group, and quickly prove themselves to be brave and resourceful soldiers.As they travel through the rugged terrain of the plains, the boys encounter many dangers and challenges. They must navigate treacherous rivers, survive harsh weather conditions, and outwit cunning enemies. Along the way, they form strong bonds of friendship and learn valuable lessons about loyalty, courage, and perseverance.Comrades of the Saddle is a classic adventure story that will captivate readers of all ages. With its vivid descriptions of life on the frontier and its exciting action-packed plot, this book is a must-read for anyone who loves westerns, horses, or tales of bravery and adventure.1910. Frank V. Webster is another Stratemeyer Syndicate pseudonym. His style is reminiscent of Horatio Alger, Jr., where the hero is typically a a poor boy and/or orphan, who must fend for himself; is thwarted along the way by evil adults or other boys conspiring against him, but ultimately overcomes these obstacles to realize the American dream of success. Comrades of the Saddle begins: Twilight was settling on the land. The forms of trees and houses loomed big and black, their sharp outlines suggesting fanciful forms to the minds of two boys hurrying along the road which like a ribbon wound in and out among the low hills surrounding the town of Bramley, in southwestern Ohio. As the darkness increased lights began to twinkle from the windows of the distant farmhouses. We�������re later than usual, Tom, said the larger of the two boys. I hope we�������ll get home before father does.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
