The Range Dwellers, published in 1906 by B. M. Bower, is a Western novel that follows Ellis Carleton, the son of a wealthy rancher, as he navigates the challenges of ranch life in Montana. Sent by his father to work on the family ranch, Ellis faces a transition from privilege to the demanding realities of ranching, including a feud with a rival rancher and a complex relationship with Beryl King, the rival's daughter. The novel explores themes of identity, family legacy, and personal growth against the backdrop of early 20th-century ranch life.
