Frederick Faust

Superstar pulpsmith Max Brand was best known for his Westerns, but his historical adventures rank among the best stories he ever wrote. These seven stories of 16th Century Italian Renaissance swashbuckling swordsman Tizzo are tightly-plotted, action-packed adventures which were rarely equaled in quality by Brand's contemporaries. Volume 1 collects the first three stories: "The Firebrand," "The Great Betrayal," and "The Storm." Includes an introduction by Brand scholar William F. Nolan (Logan's Run).

Riots in Paris The King on a tottering throne And in Charlevain, the rabble rises to storm the chateau with John Hampton in command In Le Havre, France, John Hampton of Virginia runs into a tavern brawl and lends the assistance of his expert sword to two men. After receiving a mortal wound, one of the men entrusts with a packet of papers. Could these papers lead to the downfall of France? This French Revolution historical epic-written by the king of the Westerns, Max Brand, has never before appeared in book form.

Longtime friends, Sheriff Harry Ganton and Jack Bristol, find themselves on different sides when Harry is mistakenly shot during an argument. Thinking he has killed his friend, Jack flees town, only to run into two mysterious strangers. Why does one have a cross brand on his forehead? And then there's the matter of Jack's appointment with the hangman's noose in his future....

Michael Clovelly might not have been the greatest swordsman ever to come to London town during the reign of the Merry Monarch, Charles the Second, but if a better man ever wielded a blade, he had not yet stepped forth to claim the distinction. Seeking gold with which to elevate his beggarly fortunes, Clovelly chances to encounter a bully, and his fierce swordwork brings him to the attention of Lord Teynham, who has need of a resourceful man with a rapier. The commission: to turn highwayman and rob a certain coach. The reasons? They are both murky and mysterious. But they have to do with a certain lady of impeccable character.... Since his belly is empty, Clovelly dares the hangman's noose for a certain sum of gold-and barges into more strife and intrigue than he bargained for. Max Brand was the personal pen name of Frederick Schiller Faust, one of the most prolific writers who ever lived. The creator of characters as diverse as Whistling Dan Barry, Destry and Dr. Kildaire, Faust specialized in Westerns, but also contributed to other genres. He wrote more that five hundred stories, but Clovelly is one of his rare cloak and sword swashbucklers. Volume #22 in The Argosy Library.

Rustlers Of Beacon Creek is a Western novel written by Max Brand. The book tells the story of a young cowboy named Jim Silver, who is hired by a wealthy rancher to help protect his cattle from rustlers. Jim soon discovers that the rustlers are a gang of ruthless outlaws led by a man named Red Pierre. As Jim tries to track down Red Pierre and his gang, he must also deal with his own personal demons and the challenges of life on the rugged frontier. Along the way, Jim forms a bond with a beautiful woman named Helen and must decide whether to pursue a life of adventure or settle down and start a family. Rustlers Of Beacon Creek is a thrilling tale of action, romance, and the wild West. This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

Blood On The Trail is a thrilling western novel by Max Brand. The story follows the protagonist, Jim Silver, as he sets out on a dangerous journey to avenge the death of his friend. Jim is a skilled gunslinger and tracker, and he is determined to bring the killer to justice. As Jim travels through the rugged terrain of the Wild West, he encounters a variety of characters, both friend and foe. He must navigate treacherous terrain, survive deadly shootouts, and outsmart his enemies at every turn. As the story unfolds, Jim discovers that the killer he is pursuing is not who he thought it was. He must re-evaluate his mission and decide whether to continue his quest for revenge or seek a different path. Blood On The Trail is a classic western tale filled with action, suspense, and drama. Max Brand's vivid descriptions of the landscape and characters bring the story to life, immersing readers in the world of the Wild West. This book is a must-read for fans of westerns and anyone who loves a good adventure story. This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.