The Heritage of the Desert

by Zane Grey

Overview

Experience the rugged beauty and captivating drama of the American West in Zane Grey's "The Heritage of the Desert." This classic work of western fiction transports readers to the heart of Utah's vast desert landscape, where themes of faith, love, and survival intertwine.

Set against a backdrop of the Latter Day Saints community, this historical romance explores the challenges and triumphs of life in the early West. Grey's masterful storytelling captures the spirit of the frontier and the enduring power of the human heart.

"The Heritage of the Desert" remains a testament to the enduring appeal of westerns and the timeless nature of stories that explore faith, community, and love against all odds. A meticulously prepared print republication of a beloved classic.

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Product Details

ISBN-13:	9781022981492
Publisher:	Anson Street Press
Publication date:	03/28/2025
Pages:	190
Product dimensions:	6.14(w) x 9.21(h) x 0.50(d)

About the Author

Pearl Zane Grey was an American author and dentist known for his novels and stories. He was born on January 31, 1872, in Zanesville, Ohio. He was the fourth son born to Alice "Allie" Josephine Zane and Lewis M. Gray. His mother was a Quaker immigrant whose forefather Robert Zane came to the American colonies in 1673. His father was a dentist. Grey studied dentistry from the University of Pennsylvania and completed his graduation in 1896. He got married to Lina Roth also known as Dolly in 1905. He had anger issues, depression and suffered mood swings which affected his life. And so, Grey spent most of his time away from the family, while Dolly managed his career and raised their three children. Their family moved to California in 1918 and settled in Altadena, California in 1920 in a home they named as Zane Grey Estate. Grey continued writing during 1930s and was in great depression. From 1925 to his death in 1939 he travelled away from his family exploring the unspoiled lands, particularly the islands of the South Pacific, New Zealand and Australia. He died on October 23, 1939, aged 67 at his home in Altadena, California due to heart attack.