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Heart of the West

1907

Summary of the Collection of Short Stories

Microsummary: A collection of short stories set in the American West, exploring themes of love, adventure, and irony through the lives of cowboys, outlaws, and everyday people, often with unexpected twists and poignant endings.

Hearts and Crosses

Hearts and Crosses (Henry)

A ranch foreman married a cattle queen, but felt overshadowed by her authority and left to regain his manhood; he later returned after proving himself in a distant ranch.

The Ransom of Mack

The Ransom of Mack (Henry)

Two friends settled in a small town to enjoy their wealth, but one fell for a young woman and planned to marry her. The other intervened, saving his friend from an ill-advised marriage.

Telemachus, Friend

Telemachus, Friend (Henry)

Two inseparable friends competed for the affection of a widow, agreeing to court her fairly and openly, but their friendship was tested when one of them won her heart and married her.

The Handbook of Hymen

The Handbook of Hymen (Henry)

Two prospectors, trapped in a cabin during a snowstorm, find solace in reading books, leading to a competition for the affection of a widow, ultimately resulting in a humorous misunderstanding and marriage.

The Pimienta Pancakes

The Pimienta Pancakes (Henry)

A cowboy was tricked by a sheep man into believing he was only interested in a pancake recipe, while he secretly courted and married the woman the cowboy loved.

Seats of the Haughty

Seats of the Haughty (Henry)

Hygeia at the Solito

Hygeia at the Solito (Henry)

An Afternoon Miracle

An Afternoon Miracle (Henry)

A ranger with a secret fear of danger overcomes his cowardice when he saves a woman from a threatening man, and in the process, they both discover their true selves.

The Higher Abdication

The Higher Abdication (Henry)

Cupid à la Carte

Cupid à la Carte (Henry)

The Caballero's Way

The Caballero's Way (Henry)

The Sphinx Apple

The Sphinx Apple (Henry)

The Missing Chord

The Missing Chord (Henry)

A man recounted how his wife's father bought her a piano-playing machine instead of a real piano, and she pretended to play it to spare his feelings before he passed away.

A Call Loan

A Call Loan (Henry)

A wealthy cattleman and bank president helped his friend avoid resorting to train robbery to repay a loan, ultimately discovering that the friend's brother had already returned with the money.

The Princess and the Puma

The Princess and the Puma (Henry)

A man tried to impress a rancher's daughter by pretending to save her from a supposedly tame Mexican lion, which she had already shot, turning a potentially embarrassing situation into a romantic encounter.

The Indian Summer of Dry Valley Johnson

The Indian Summer of Dry Valley Johnson (Henry)

A middle-aged sheepman tried to recapture his youth by courting a young woman, but after realizing the absurdity of his actions, he returned to his true self and found love unexpectedly.

Christmas by Injunction

Christmas by Injunction (Henry)

A man tried to bring Christmas joy to a mining town by organizing a Christmas tree and gifts for children, but the town lacked any kids. He eventually found one boy and took him home for Christmas.

A Chaparral Prince

A Chaparral Prince (Henry)

An overworked young girl, longing for her family, writes a letter threatening to drown herself. A gang of outlaws intercepts the letter, and their leader, touched by her plight, secretly returns her home.

The Reformation of Calliope

The Reformation of Calliope (Henry)

A notorious troublemaker in a small town faced off against the city marshal, but when the troublemaker's mother arrived, he pretended to be the marshal to protect her from the truth.

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 [[Hearts and Crosses (Henry)]]
-A rancher and his rival competed for the love of a woman, using their cattle brands as symbols of their devotion. The woman chose the rancher, and their love story was immortalized in the brands.
+A ranch foreman married a cattle queen, but felt overshadowed by her authority and left to regain his manhood; he later returned after proving himself in a distant ranch.
 == The Ransom of Mack ==
 [[The Ransom of Mack (Henry)]]
-A cowboy was kidnapped by outlaws, who demanded a ransom. His friends raised the money, but the cowboy had already escaped and returned home, using the ransom money to repay his friends.
+Two friends settled in a small town to enjoy their wealth, but one fell for a young woman and planned to marry her. The other intervened, saving his friend from an ill-advised marriage.
 == Telemachus, Friend ==
 [[Telemachus, Friend (Henry)]]
-A cowboy and his friend embarked on a journey to find the cowboy's long-lost father. Along the way, they encountered various adventures and discovered the true meaning of friendship.
+Two inseparable friends competed for the affection of a widow, agreeing to court her fairly and openly, but their friendship was tested when one of them won her heart and married her.
 == The Handbook of Hymen ==
 [[The Handbook of Hymen (Henry)]]
-A young man sought to win the heart of a woman by following the advice of a love manual. Despite his awkward attempts, the woman fell in love with him for his genuine kindness and sincerity.
+Two prospectors, trapped in a cabin during a snowstorm, find solace in reading books, leading to a competition for the affection of a widow, ultimately resulting in a humorous misunderstanding and marriage.
 == The Pimienta Pancakes ==
 [[The Pimienta Pancakes (Henry)]]
-A cook's special pancakes brought two feuding families together, ending their long-standing feud and paving the way for a young couple from the families to marry and live happily ever after.
+A cowboy was tricked by a sheep man into believing he was only interested in a pancake recipe, while he secretly courted and married the woman the cowboy loved.
 == Seats of the Haughty ==
 [[Seats of the Haughty (Henry)]]
-A proud rancher's daughter refused to marry a cowboy until he proved his worth. He did so by capturing a notorious outlaw, earning her respect and love in the process.
 == Hygeia at the Solito ==
 [[Hygeia at the Solito (Henry)]]
-A health-seeker arrived at a remote ranch, seeking a cure for his ailments. The ranch's inhabitants, unaccustomed to his ways, found humor and wisdom in his peculiar habits.
 == An Afternoon Miracle ==
 [[An Afternoon Miracle (Henry)]]
-A lazy cowboy, inspired by a beautiful woman, performed a miraculous feat of strength and skill. The woman, impressed by his actions, fell in love with him, and they began a life together.
+A ranger with a secret fear of danger overcomes his cowardice when he saves a woman from a threatening man, and in the process, they both discover their true selves.
 == The Higher Abdication ==
 [[The Higher Abdication (Henry)]]
-A wealthy man, tired of his privileged life, sought adventure in the West. He found it in the form of a daring rescue, proving that true happiness comes from helping others and embracing new experiences.
 == Cupid à la Carte ==
 [[Cupid à la Carte (Henry)]]
-A young couple, separated by circumstance, found their way back to each other with the help of a clever waiter who used his culinary skills to reunite them and rekindle their love.
 == The Caballero's Way ==
 [[The Caballero's Way (Henry)]]
-A notorious outlaw fell in love with a beautiful woman, who was also pursued by a Texas Ranger. The outlaw tricked the Ranger into killing an innocent man, securing the woman's love for himself.
 == The Sphinx Apple ==
 [[The Sphinx Apple (Henry)]]
-A cowboy discovered a mysterious apple with a riddle carved into it. He solved the riddle, leading him to a hidden treasure and a new life of wealth and happiness.
 == The Missing Chord ==
 [[The Missing Chord (Henry)]]
-A musician, seeking inspiration in the West, found it in the form of a beautiful woman. Their love story was immortalized in the music he composed, which became a timeless classic.
+A man recounted how his wife's father bought her a piano-playing machine instead of a real piano, and she pretended to play it to spare his feelings before he passed away.
 == A Call Loan ==
 [[A Call Loan (Henry)]]
-A bank clerk, entrusted with a large sum of money, was tempted to use it for his own gain. He resisted the temptation, proving his integrity and earning the respect of his employer.
+A wealthy cattleman and bank president helped his friend avoid resorting to train robbery to repay a loan, ultimately discovering that the friend's brother had already returned with the money.
 == The Princess and the Puma ==
 [[The Princess and the Puma (Henry)]]
-A cowboy fell in love with a beautiful woman, who was also pursued by a rival. The cowboy outwitted his rival and won the woman's heart, proving that love and cleverness can triumph over brute force.
+A man tried to impress a rancher's daughter by pretending to save her from a supposedly tame Mexican lion, which she had already shot, turning a potentially embarrassing situation into a romantic encounter.
 == The Indian Summer of Dry Valley Johnson ==
 [[The Indian Summer of Dry Valley Johnson (Henry)]]
-A lonely cowboy, known for his stoic nature, unexpectedly fell in love with a young woman. Their romance blossomed, bringing warmth and happiness to the cowboy's previously cold and solitary life.
+A middle-aged sheepman tried to recapture his youth by courting a young woman, but after realizing the absurdity of his actions, he returned to his true self and found love unexpectedly.
 == Christmas by Injunction ==
 [[Christmas by Injunction (Henry)]]
-A wealthy man, seeking to bring Christmas joy to a small Western town, anonymously provided gifts and festivities. The townspeople, touched by the gesture, learned the true meaning of Christmas.
+A man tried to bring Christmas joy to a mining town by organizing a Christmas tree and gifts for children, but the town lacked any kids. He eventually found one boy and took him home for Christmas.
 == A Chaparral Prince ==
 [[A Chaparral Prince (Henry)]]
-A young man, seeking adventure in the West, encountered a group of outlaws. He outsmarted them, earning their respect and the title of "Chaparral Prince," while also finding love along the way.
+An overworked young girl, longing for her family, writes a letter threatening to drown herself. A gang of outlaws intercepts the letter, and their leader, touched by her plight, secretly returns her home.
 == The Reformation of Calliope ==
 [[The Reformation of Calliope (Henry)]]
-A notorious outlaw, inspired by the kindness of a woman, decided to reform his ways. He turned himself in, served his time, and returned to the woman, who welcomed him with open arms and a loving heart.
+A notorious troublemaker in a small town faced off against the city marshal, but when the troublemaker's mother arrived, he pretended to be the marshal to protect her from the truth.
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