The Day the Cowboys Quit by Elmer Kelton

The Day the Cowboys Quit

Elmer Kelton

288 pages first pub 1971 (editions)

fiction historical adventurous fast-paced
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The time is 1883,the place is the Texas Panhandle. Cowboys refuse to be stigmatized as drinkers and exploited by the wealthy cattle owners who don't pay liveable wages. Those very same ranchers want to take away the cowboys' right to own cattle be...

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Community Reviews Summary of 18 reviews

Moods

adventurous 50%
hopeful 50%
informative 50%
reflective 50%
relaxing 50%

Pace

medium 50%
fast 50%

Plot- or character-driven?

Character: 50% | A mix: 50%

Strong character development?

It's complicated: 50% | Yes: 50%

Loveable characters?

Yes: 100%

Diverse cast of characters?

No: 50% | Yes: 50%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

It's complicated: 50% | Yes: 50%

Average rating

3.86

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