The Last of the Plainsmen

Zane Grey's first western story, written in 1909, is inspired by the real-life figure Buffalo Jones and captures the early days of Western genre storytelling. Set between the Grand Canyon and Utah, the narrative follows Grey, Jones, and a diverse cast on a unique hunt focused on capture rather than shooting. While reflective of the attitudes of its time, the story offers a vivid glimpse into the genre's origins, laying the foundation for the classic Western themes of characters, cowboys, and adventure.