The Wagons of Perro Loco

Book excerpt: Lost loved ones, lost fortunes, and lost dreams were commonplace on the Western frontier. But, through the hardships, came the humorous old-timers. They could make a person smile in the wake of death, laugh in the face of danger, or teach youngsters how to cope with lifes problems. The Wagons of Perro Loco and Other Short Stories tells of family ranch life, alligator hunts, small-town festivals, the camaraderie of mountain men, and much more. In this collection, read and remember a horse named Bitch, dogs named Boy and Girl, and humorous characters named Lizard, Whiskers, and Chollie.