Books like Slim's Good-Bye by John R. Erickson
When financial troubles hit their ranch, Slim, a seasoned cowboy, decides to leave the familiar landscape of West Texas in search of a better opportunity. Along his journey, he unintentionally brings his loyal hound Hank and the dependable Drover, creating a trio of humor and heart as they navigate the challenges of ranch life and the cowboy world.
First publish date: June 1999
Genre: Children's Fiction/Children's Adventure
Authors: John R. Erickson
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