Max Brand’s action-filled stories of adventure and heroism in the American West continue to entertain readers throughout the world. „"Chip Traps A Sheriff"” is one of his work. Neatly plotted and briskly told, it illustrates Brand’s remarkable gift for storytelling. One of the greatest western authors of all time. Max Brand leads the reader on a very authentic tale of the old west the way it was. Brand penned over 200 full-length Westerns in his career, including „"Destry Rides Again"” and „"Montana Rides"”. Experience the West as only Max Brand could write it!

„Claws Of The Tigress” is an adventurous historical romance set in 16th-century Italy. The main character is Tizzo, a master swordsman, known as „Firebrand” because of his flaming red hair and flame-blue eyes. Max Brand (1892-1944) is the best-known pen name of widely acclaimed author Frederick Faust, creator of Destry, Dr. Kildare, and other beloved fictional characters. Prolific in many genres he wrote historical novels, detective mysteries, pulp fiction stories and many more. His love for mythology was a constant source of inspiration for his fiction, and it has been speculated that these classical influences accounted in some part for his success as a popular writer.

In 'Claws of the Tigress, The Firebrand & The Pearls of Bonfadini,' readers are presented with a vivid anthology that showcases the literary prowess and diverse styles of Max Brand, the pseudonym of Frederick Schiller Faust. The collection spans a range of genres—from westerns to adventure and mysteries—highlighting both the versatility of Faust and the richness of early 20th-century American narratives. This anthology marks a celebration of Faust's intricate storytelling and vivid characterizations, offering works that stand out for their compelling narratives and profound thematic explorations of human resilience and morality. The authors behind the pseudonym, primarily Frederick Schiller Faust, have left an indelible mark on American literature through their varied and prolific contributions. This collection serves as a microcosm of early 20th-century literary movements, encapsulating elements of romanticism and realism that were prevalent in Faust's time. The emotional depth and historical context embedded in these stories enrich the anthology, bringing together a comprehensive portrayal of American societal evolution through Faust's perspective. For enthusiasts of classic American literature, this anthology presents a unique compilation that is as educational as it is entertaining. Readers are invited to traverse the varying landscapes and epochs that Faust vividly brings to life, making it a valuable addition to any collection. Engaging with this anthology offers a deep dive into a transformative period of literary history, through the lens of an iconic and multifaceted author.

One of Max Brand’s worth reading as an alternative to his western stories. Michael Clovelly might not have been the greatest swordsman ever to come to London town during the reign of the Merry Monarch, Charles the Second, but if a better man ever wielded a blade, he had not yet stepped forth to claim the distinction. Seeking gold with which to elevate his beggarly fortunes, Clovelly chances to encounter a bully, and his fierce sword work brings him to the attention of Lord Teynham, who has need of a resourceful man with a rapier. The commission: to turn highwayman and rob a certain coach. The reasons? They are both murky and mysterious. But they have to do with a certain lady of impeccable character...

Another great Western by Max Brand aka Frederick Faust, Clung is one his most memorable and intriguing characters. As a Western author, Brand did not shrink from controversial topics such as race relations in the Old West. There is a mystery about the birth of Clung, who is raised by an old Chinese man in a small Arizona town, but none about his skill with weapons. At first he shoots in self-defense, then recklessly to avenge an insult. With a price on his head, he begins a long journey that takes him far beyond the border country into strange and dangerous encounters. Here, readers will find the Eastern mysticism they seek, Confucian ethics, and a kind of loyalty they may not expect set against one thrilling action scene after another.

It is the continuing saga of Max Brand’s finest heroine, Jack – Jacqueline Boone. Jack is blessed and cursed by the cross of Meilan when she meets Dix Van Dyck. Dix Van Dyck, is being persecuted by an evil sheriff, named Onate. Dix, perhaps too fond of action and excitement, had stayed out of trouble on the strength of his boyish charm and the verdict of „suicide” passed on those who drew their guns on him. Strangely enough, it is Jackie Boone and a beautiful Yaqui Indian girl named Dolores, who has an evil side that come to Van Dyke’s aid repeatedly in a novel bursting with larger-than-life action.

When he accidentally commits murder and is stalked by a dangerous assassin called El Tigre, Dix teams up with the dangerous and beautiful Jacqueline "Jack" Boone, who is rumored to have bested one of the most notorious gunmen in decades.

This carefully crafted ebook: "DAN BARRY – Complete Series: The Untamed, The Night Horseman, The Seventh Man & Dan Barry's Daughter (Western Classics Collection)" is formatted for your eReader with a functional and detailed table of contents. In his Dan Barry novels, Max Brand tells the stirring story of the West, with a bigger-than-life character Whistling Dan Barry and his two rather strange companions, a wild and beautiful black stallion named Satan, and a ferocious wolf-dog called Black Bart. One of the most interesting characters in Western fiction, Whistling Dan is a hero of the west. He can fight several man and still win, he is the best gun fighter there is and he can shoot silver dollars in the air. With somewhat supernatural abilities he can control a mighty wild stallion and a vicious wolf-dog. Frederick Schiller Faust (1892-1944) was an American author known primarily for his thoughtful and literary Westerns under the pen name Max Brand. Brand also created the popular fictional character of young medical intern Dr. James Kildare in a series of pulp fiction stories. Prolific in many genres he wrote historical novels, detective mysteries, pulp fiction stories and many more. His love for mythology was a constant source of inspiration for his fiction, and it has been speculated that these classical influences accounted in some part for his success as a popular writer. Many of his stories would later inspire films.

He’s an outlaw on the run. Harry Gloster is an accused murderer who, though innocent, is forced to hide. Harry is a heartbeat ahead of the posse. But neither twisted justice nor a gallows rope can stretch across the Rio Grande. Hell-bent for Mexico, Gloster meets up with Joan Daniels and she’s a dream come true. Now he’s got a choice. Kiss the sweetest thing he’s ever seen goodbye... or stay and risk a lynching. One of many recommended westerns by this prolific author. Frederick Schiller Faust (May 29, 1892 – May 12, 1944) was an American author known primarily for his thoughtful and literary westerns under the pen name Max Brand.

Ik deed wat elke andere persoon in dit jaar van onze geschiedenis zou hebben gedaan in zo'n geval als het mijne. Ik pakte een revolver en trok die stilletjes uit mijn riem. Tegelijkertijd hoorde ik een diepe basstem zeggen: "Ik ben het, mijn vriend." Lost Wolf zat daar in de duisternis en stilte van mijn kamer, geduldig te wachten tot ik wakker werd! Het was alsof ik mijn ogen opende en een tijger aan mijn oor zag spinnen. Ik schrok, maar stond op en zei dat ik blij was hem te zien. We schudden elkaar de hand. Hij was onverlicht, alleen de sterren glinsterden achter het raam. Hij zag er groter en imposanter uit dan ooit.

Max Brand (1892–1944), war ein US-amerikanischer Schriftsteller und gilt als einer der wichtigsten und bekanntesten Western-Autoren des 20. Jahrhunderts. Joe Warder muss den berüchtigten Banditen „El Tigre” auffinden und verhaften. Der unerfahrene Dennis MacMore ist auf der Suche nach seinem älteren Bruder – der, wie sich bald herausstellt, mit „El Tigre” unter einer Decke steckt. MacMore und Warder reisen zusammen von der texanischen Grenze aus nach Mexiko. Sie geraten unversehens in ein ebenso gefährliches wie spannendes Abenteuer.

Max Brand (1892–1944), war ein US-amerikanischer Schriftsteller und gilt als einer der wichtigsten und bekanntesten Western-Autoren des 20. Jahrhunderts. Max Brand erzählt sachkundig und mit viel Gefühl die Geschichte eines Bull terriers(der weiße wolf),der in den Rocky Mountains bei Wölfen aufwächst. Es wird der Überlebenskampf des Hundes bis zur Rückehr zu den Menschen beschrieben. Nicht nur für Bullterrier – Freunde, sondern für alle Hundefreunde ein sehr schönes Geschenk. Es ist wie eine schöne Weihnachtsgeschichte im Winter vor dem Kamin. Ein schönes Buch das den Leser bis zur letzten Seite in seinen Bann zieht!

This fast-paced story is about a tough rebel named Destry who is sent to prison for years, serving time for a crime he did not commit. Once out, he aims to seek revenge on the 12 jury members who sent him to prison and voted for his incarceration. However, his mission isn’t to kill but to find other unique ways as punishment and to make their lives miserable. Neatly plotted and briskly told, it illustrates Brand’s remarkable gift for storytelling. One of the greatest western authors of all time. Max Brand leads the reader on a very authentic tale of the old west the way it was.

A power more than human, a will to absolute evil – such was he. All who had tried to save her from him perished... Must her true love also die? Max Brand, the pen name of Frederick Faust, was an incredibly proficient author who wrote many books, stories, and even poetry. Brand is generally regarded as the author of superior Westerns like his „Destry Rides Again”, but Brand also wrote the „Dr. Kildare” series, numerous detective stories and fantastic novels as well. His Westerns were always different, with complex plots and characters, and uncertain endings but his fantastic novels rank among the best stories he ever wrote. „Devil Ritter” is a tale of horror that demands your attention!

Max Brand (1892–1944), war ein US-amerikanischer Schriftsteller und gilt als einer der wichtigsten und bekanntesten Western-Autoren des 20. Jahrhunderts. Zu Max Brands Klassikern gehört auch der hier vorliegende Roman „Die Unbezähmbaren” (1918, englischer Titel: „The Untamed”), der zu den besten Western aller Zeiten zählt. Der mysteriöse Dan Barry, genannt „Whistling Dan” ist ein wilder Draufgänger. Der junge Dan Barry ist mit allen Wassern gewaschen, doch dann tauchen plötzlich der brutale Jim Silent und dessen mörderische Bande auf. Jim Silent und seine Zugräuber-Bande greifen Dan Barry an und entführen seine geliebte Kate. Dan Barry macht sich auf die Suche nach Kate und schwört auf ewige Rache! Ein unglaubliches Abenteuer beginnt...

When the character of Cole Lavery first appeared in the 1940’s, readers immediately fell in love with this, which had a surprising smile and a quick gun. And, for the first time in a soft cover, all the stories of Cole Lavery were accumulated in one volume. The events in the book are continuously moving from one adventure to the next, when Cole bites with river pirates and the notorious gangster and unfair robber the baron; as he travels to California on a train infected with a donkey; and how he seeks to achieve the land and freedom that can be found only in the American West.

Frederick Schiller Faust penned his finest when he wrote his literary famous Westerns utilizing the pen name Max Brand. „Donnegan Gunman’s Reckoning” has a thoughtful storyline which is enough to hold your interest throughout the book. Solitary, mysterious figure Donnegan is on the run from his past. The last thing he has time for is love. But like all matters of the heart, sometimes emotions bloom when they are least convenient – as they do the first time Donnegan encounters the kind, free-spirited Lou Macon. Do they have a shot at a happy life somewhere – or are Donnegan’s misdeeds bound to catch up with them?

„Donnegan” to zaliczana do najlepszych powieść Maksa Branda, będąca ciekawym rozwinięciem jednego z głównych motywów westernów o tajemniczym przybyszu znikąd. Takim bohaterem jest tytułowy Donnegan, potrafiący znakomicie walczyć, o którym nic nie wiadomo, pomimo otaczającej go w pewnych kręgach sławy. Poszukując w celach zemsty od wielu lat człowieka, o którym niemal nic nie wie, przypadkowo trafia do samotnego, bogatego ongiś domostwa na Dzikim Zachodzie, gdzie zakochuje się w pięknej Lou Macon i z tego powodu przyjmuje zlecenie jej ojca. Jako opiekun dziewczyny przybywa wraz z nią do osady poszukiwaczy złota gdzieś na Dzikim Zachodzie Stanów Zjednoczonych, w którym w pełni wykazuje wszystkie swoje umiejętności, zarówno w odbywaniu walk, jak i knucia intryg, co prowadzi do intrygującego finału. Czy Donnegan dokona swej zemsty, czy jego miłość zostanie odwzajemniona, czy skończy on ze swoim dotychczasowym życiem? Odpowiedzi na wszystkie te pytanie znajdą swe odpowiedzi po wciągającej opowieści z wieloma nieoczekiwanymi zwrotami akcji.

Seria wydawnicza Wydawnictwa JAMAKASZ „Biblioteka Andrzeja – Szlakiem Przygody” to seria, w której publikowane są tłumaczenia powieści należące do szeroko pojętej literatury przygodowej, głównie pisarzy francuskich z XIX i początków XX wieku, takich jak Louis-Henri Boussenard, Paul d’Ivoi, Gustave Aimard, Arnould Galopin, Aleksander Dumas ojciec czy Michel Zévaco, a także pisarzy angielskich z tego okresu, jak choćby Zane Grey czy Charles Seltzer lub niemieckich, jak Karol May. Celem serii jest popularyzacja nieznanej lub mało znanej w Polsce twórczości bardzo poczytnych w swoim czasie autorów, przeznaczonej głównie dla młodzieży. Seria ukazuje się od 2015 roku. Wszystkie egzemplarze są numerowane i opatrzone podpisem twórcy i redaktora serii.

Max Brand is an American writer, considered one of the best authors working in the Western genre. A gunman’s reckoning is his understanding, and here, we have several gunmen and women, one in a main role, whose understandings of life ineluctably draw them together. „Gunman’s Reckoning” is a psychological novel, with roots in Greek tragedy and with twists worthy of far better known writers.