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Mari, the Happy Wanderer's avatar

I can’t wait to hear what you have to say about The Bear! To me it is very similar to Succession--about people stuck in the same kinds of conflicts because of family trauma.

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radicaledward's avatar

Interesting! I wouldn't have made that connection but I see it now

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ronetc's avatar

Yes, Louis L'Amour is often overlooked as "just" a western genre writer. Two of his best are nothing of the sort: "The Walking Drum" 12th Century and "Last of the Breed" American Indian fighter pilot shot down over Siberia surviving by his recalled native skills while tracked by a local Siberian.

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radicaledward's avatar

Interesting! I'll check those out

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miter's avatar

Awesome, will try out the story with my kiddos.

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radicaledward's avatar

Hope they enjoy it!

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