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Set in 1840, the story revolves around trappers in Taos facing economic hardship as the fur trade declines. In a daring move, they ally with a group of Ute Indians to embark on a mission along the Old Spanish Trail to California, aiming to steal horses and mules. Their audacious raid culminates in the theft of approximately 3,000 animals, promising significant profits upon their return to Santa Fe. The narrative explores themes of desperation, collaboration, and the consequences of their bold actions.
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A Thousand Dead Horses, Rod Miller
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- Released
- 2023
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- Title
- A Thousand Dead Horses
- Language
- English
- Authors
- Rod Miller
- Publisher
- Speaking Volumes LLC
- Released
- 2023
- Format
- Paperback
- Pages
- 238
- ISBN13
- 9781645409892
- Series
- Rating
- 3 out of 5
- Description
- Set in 1840, the story revolves around trappers in Taos facing economic hardship as the fur trade declines. In a daring move, they ally with a group of Ute Indians to embark on a mission along the Old Spanish Trail to California, aiming to steal horses and mules. Their audacious raid culminates in the theft of approximately 3,000 animals, promising significant profits upon their return to Santa Fe. The narrative explores themes of desperation, collaboration, and the consequences of their bold actions.