num_pages: 412
description: Eighteen twisted tales of the wildest West thats ever been imagined from the #1 New York Times bestselling author of the Pip &amp; Flinx series Strange things lurk up in the mountains and out in the plains and deserts of the West but few are as unique as the giant mountain man named Amos Malone who some call Mad Amosthough not to his face. Atop his unnatural steed Worthless Mad Amos is prepared to step into any fray and set things right albeit in his own unusual way. Now all of his uncanny exploitsincluding the brand-new story Stuckare collected together for the first time. For this special edition Alan Dean Foster has also penned original introductions to the series and to each individual adventure. Featuring eight never-before-collected stories including . . . GHOST Nature has a way of making even the strongest folks meek. And with a ghost wind coming over the valley even Mad Amos Malone is feeling the chill. HOLY Of all the dangers of the Wild West love might be the most perilous. Because when it goes awry theres no telling what might be at stake. A MOUNTAIN MAN AND A CAT WALK INTO A Mad Amos isnt quickly moved to action. Still when it comes to a dog fight hes not afraid to bare his teeth. The untouched grove of Sequoias is one of the most beautiful soul-rejuvenating downright sacred places Amos has ever visited. Until he hears a cry for help. . . .Praise for Mad Amos MaloneThe consistent rhythms of [Alan Dean] Fosters language his shaggy-dog puns and the distinctive clarity of Malones rough yet occasionally educated voice draw readers quickly into each storys mood while maintaining strong connections between the pieces.  Publishers Weekly
language: English
title: Mad Amos Malone: The Complete Stories
publisher: Del Rey