Riders of the Purple Sage is a classic Western novel written by Zane Grey. The story is set in the late 1800s in the American West and follows the adventures of a lone cowboy named Lassiter who is on a mission to avenge the death of his sister. Along the way, he encounters a group of Mormon settlers and becomes embroiled in a conflict between them and a ruthless outlaw named Venters.The novel is known for its vivid descriptions of the rugged landscape of the West and its portrayal of the complex relationships between the various characters. Lassiter is a stoic and mysterious figure, while Venters is a complex and conflicted villain. The Mormon settlers are portrayed as a tight-knit community with their own unique customs and beliefs.As the story unfolds, Lassiter and Venters both fall in love with a young woman named Jane Withersteen, who is caught in the middle of the conflict. Jane is a strong and independent woman who defies the expectations of her society and refuses to be controlled by the men around her.Riders of the Purple Sage is a gripping tale of adventure, romance, and betrayal that has become a classic of Western literature. It is a must-read for fans of the genre and anyone who loves a good story of the American West.This Is A New Release Of The Original 1912 Edition.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.