The Shepherd of the Hills

The Shepherd of the Hills
by Harold Bell Wright

Essentially a country "western" depicting a love story, regret, and redemption in a historical context of the Ozark Mountains near Branson, MO. Being originally from southwest Missouri, I have seen the original outdoor amphitheater production numerous times. The play is an excellent adaptation of the book, but the book is far superior in its account of detail. More intriguing are the mysterious "Baldknobbers" which ride horseback in the night and terrorize banks and settlers across the hills. This is a great depiction of the Ozarks region in Missouri in a historical/spiritual context. -- recommended by Jeremiah J. - Bennett Martin Public Library

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