Name: Cowboy Dave
SKU: 64816517
Price: 40.39 NZD
Availability: InStock
Author: Frank V. Webster
ISBN: 9789371462426

Type

Physical Book

Publisher

Double 9 Books

Author

Frank V. Webster

Year

2025

Format

Paperback

Dimensions

21.6x14x2.5 cm

ISBN13

9789371462426

Cowboy Dave

Frank V. Webster (Author) · Double 9 Books · Paperback

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Synopsis "Cowboy Dave"

Cowboy Dave or the roundup at Rolling River centers on the deep-rooted search for belonging, the weight of familial legacy, and the push-pull between acceptance and rejection in close-knit communities. The environment of the ranch, teeming with noise, energy, and shared labor, emphasizes a world where unity is forged through hardship and repetition. Within this space, tension arises from the distinction between blood ties and earned respect, highlighting how identity is both inherited and built. The rough landscape and social codes of ranch life provide the backdrop for questions about origin and worth, where individuals are measured not only by skill but also by perceived legitimacy. Subtle pressures from within the community underscore how one's place is constantly negotiated rather than granted. Unspoken rules guide every interaction, from casual camaraderie to confrontational challenges. These social dynamics create emotional strain that cuts deeper than any physical hardship. In this unforgiving world, strength lies not just in horsemanship but in navigating accusation, ambiguity, and self-doubt. The novel uses its rural setting to frame an internal journey toward self-definition and moral steadiness, illuminating how one's path is shaped by both conflict and connection.