Skyrider
1918
Skyrider, published in 1918 by B. M. Bower, is a Western novel that follows Johnny Jewel, a young ranch hand with dreams of becoming a pilot. Set around the Rolling R Ranch near the Mexican border, the story explores themes of ambition, rivalry, and the clash between dreams and reality. As Johnny navigates his romantic feelings for Mary V, the spirited daughter of the ranch owner, he faces both teasing from his peers and the challenges of pursuing his aviation aspirations amidst the backdrop of ranch life.
