"Pillar Mountain" is a powerful classic Western novel from the prolific pen of Max Brand, one of the most celebrated voices of the genre. The story introduces Philip Ames, a man of immense physical stature and simple integrity who has spent his life in the high, rugged reaches of the mountains. When this gentle giant finally descends into the valley settlements, he finds himself a stranger in a land governed by different rules, where his incredible strength is viewed with both awe and suspicion. As Ames, often called ...
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"Pillar Mountain" is a powerful classic Western novel from the prolific pen of Max Brand, one of the most celebrated voices of the genre. The story introduces Philip Ames, a man of immense physical stature and simple integrity who has spent his life in the high, rugged reaches of the mountains. When this gentle giant finally descends into the valley settlements, he finds himself a stranger in a land governed by different rules, where his incredible strength is viewed with both awe and suspicion. As Ames, often called "Pilly" by those who underestimate him, attempts to find his place among the ranchers and townsfolk, he is quickly drawn into the local conflicts and the shadow of lawlessness that haunts the frontier. His journey becomes one of self-discovery and survival as he confronts outlaws and navigates the complexities of human nature. The work is a masterclass in Western storytelling, blending high-stakes action with a thoughtful exploration of a man's character being forged in the heat of conflict. Known for its vivid imagery and rhythmic prose, "Pillar Mountain" stands as a definitive example of early 20th-century frontier fiction. It captures the untamed spirit of the Old West and the enduring struggle between the wildness of nature and the encroachment of civilization. This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you may see the original copyright references, library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world), and other notations in the work. This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work. As a reproduction of a historical artifact, this work may contain missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.
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Add this copy of Pillar Mountain to cart. $6.95, very good condition, Sold by John C. Newland rated 5.0 out of 5 stars, ships from Cheltenham, Glos., UNITED KINGDOM, published 1929 by Hodder & Stoughton.
Add this copy of Pillar Mountain to cart. $12.97, fair condition, Sold by Redux Books rated 5.0 out of 5 stars, ships from Wyoming, MI, UNITED STATES, published 1971 by Warner Books.
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Fair. Size: 6x4x0; AN EXCELLENT READING OR REFERENCE COPY. Paperback. Pages are clean and unmarked. Slightly tanned. Covers show edge wear, SCUFFING ALONG SPINE.; 100% Satisfaction Guaranteed! Ships same or next business day!
Add this copy of Pillar Mountain to cart. $15.67, fair condition, Sold by Idaho Youth Ranch Books rated 5.0 out of 5 stars, ships from Boise, ID, UNITED STATES.
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Acceptable. A readable copy. All pages are intact, and the cover is intact (However the dust cover may be missing). Pages can include considerable notes--in pen or highlighter--but the notes cannot obscure the text. Book may be a price cutter or have a remainder mark.
Add this copy of Pillar Mountain to cart. $26.50, very good condition, Sold by Between the Covers-Rare Books rated 5.0 out of 5 stars, ships from Gloucester City, NJ, UNITED STATES, published 1930 by Burt.
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Very Good. Very good hardcover. Reprint. Cloth covers are slightly bumped, gold stamped and rubbedo n corners, clean text, minor soil on end pages, sunned damaged spine cloth.
Add this copy of Pillar Mountain to cart. $27.00, very good condition, Sold by Southampton Sag Harbor Books rated 5.0 out of 5 stars, ships from Southampton, NY, UNITED STATES, published 1971 by Paperback Library.
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Very Good. First Edition Thus, First Printing. Not price-clipped. Published by Paperback Library, 1971. 12mo. Paperback. Book is very good with previous owner's initials inside front cover. Covers have some light shelf wear. 100% positive feedback. 30 day money back guarantee. NEXT DAY SHIPPING! Excellent customer service. Please email with any questions. All books packed carefully and ship with free delivery confirmation/tracking. All books come with free bookmarks. Ships from Sag Harbor, New York.
Add this copy of Pillar Mountain to cart. $29.99, very good condition, Sold by Infinite Minds rated 5.0 out of 5 stars, ships from Greenfield, MA, UNITED STATES, published 1928 by Dodd, Mead & Company.
Add this copy of Pillar Mountain to cart. $144.50, very good condition, Sold by Novel Ideas Books rated 5.0 out of 5 stars, ships from Decatur, IL, UNITED STATES, published 1928 by Dodd, Mead & Co.
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Very Good in Good+ dust jacket. Jacket has minor soiling (mostly on back panel) and a small 1/2" square chip on upper left corner of front panel.; 12mo 7"-7½" tall.
Add this copy of Pillar Mountain to cart. $282.00, like new condition, Sold by Between the Covers-Rare Books rated 5.0 out of 5 stars, ships from Gloucester City, NJ, UNITED STATES, published 1928 by Dodd, Mead & Company.
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Fine in Fine jacket. First edition. Faint name stamp on the front fly else fine in fine dustwrapper. A fresh copy with the yellow and oranges of the jacket vibrant and bright.
Add this copy of Pillar Mountain to cart. $297.00, like new condition, Sold by Books Of Choice rated 5.0 out of 5 stars, ships from Bloomington, MN, UNITED STATES, published 1928 by Dodd Mead.
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Fine book in a fine dust jacket. 314 pages First edition, first printing. Beautiful dust jacket art by and unknown artist. Down from Pillar Mountain comes Phillip, quiet, unassuming, with lightning decision and muscles of steel, to make his way in the world of men. A story of brain and bravo, quick shooting and hard riding, with one gripping scene after another, and a smashing climax in the closing chapters. As new book in a like dust jacket. A beautiful copy!
