“WHEN AUGUSTUS CAME OUT on the porch the blue pigs were eating a rattlesnake—not a very big one. It had probably just been crawling around looking for shade when it ran into the pigs. They were having a fine tug-of-war with it, and its rattling days were over.”
Quote by Larry McMurtry
Work
Lonesome Dove: A Novel
Lonesome Dove is a sweeping tale of friendship, loss, and survival in the American West. The story revolves around two ex-Rangers, Woodrow Call and Augustus McCrae, who embark on a cattle drive from Texas to Montana. The novel delves into themes of loyalty, the harsh realities of frontier life, and the enduring bonds of companionship. more
Author
Larry McMurtry
American novelist known for his profound portrayal of life in the American Southwest. His works, including 'Lolita' and 'The Lonesome Dove', have won numerous Pulitzer Prizes. more
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