
A spirited young woman from Hollywood rides out of a mist‑shrouded canyon on a restless chestnut stallion, her companion a seasoned rider who watches her with a mix of concern and admiration. Their uneasy partnership is tested as they navigate a treacherous creek, the horse’s reckless leaps contrasting with the rider’s cautious guidance, while witty banter reveals glimpses of their past and lingering personal flaws.
Soon they emerge onto the rolling hills of California, where the fresh spring air and soaring hawks hint at new horizons. The girl’s sharp eye catches returning vultures, and her hopeful optimism about the open sky suggests a yearning for freedom beyond the rugged landscape. As they ride toward a distant ranch, the promise of adventure and the subtle tension between the two characters set the stage for a tale of bravery, friendship, and the search for a place to belong.
Language
fi
Duration
~9 hours (574K characters)
Publisher of text edition
Project Gutenberg
Original publisher
Finland: Arvi A. Karisto Oy, 1924.
Credits
Tapio Riikonen
Release date
2023-06-22
Rights
Public domain in the USA.

1875–1950
Best known for creating Tarzan and John Carter, this hugely popular adventure writer helped shape early science fiction and fantasy. His stories mixed jungle action, lost worlds, and interplanetary romance in a way that still feels energetic today.
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