{"version":1,"type":"rich","provider_name":"Libsyn","provider_url":"https:\/\/www.libsyn.com","height":90,"width":600,"title":"135. The Duke of Chimney Butte by George W. Ogden [Part 1]","description":"Book Title: The Duke of Chimney Butte Author: George W. Ogden Episode: Number 135 | Part 1 ________________________________________________________________________________________________ "The Duke of Chimney Butte" is a classic Western novel written by George W. Ogden and first published in 1912. Set against the rugged backdrop of the American frontier, the story follows the life of John Crandall, a man known as "The Duke" due to his commanding presence and fearless demeanor. Crandall, a skilled rancher, inherits a vast cattle ranch in the wilds of Wyoming and becomes embroiled in a bitter feud with a neighboring cattle baron, Lem Wacker. This feud sets the stage for a gripping tale of conflict, courage, and resilience in the face of adversity. ________________________________________________________________________________________________ About the author George W. Ogden (1871-1966) was an American author known for his significant contributions to Western literature during the early 20th century. Born on February 15, 1871, in New York, Ogden's life and work were deeply influenced by the spirit of the American frontier and the dramatic changes taking place in the West during his lifetime. ________________________________________________________________________________________________ Additional Resources The Duke of Chimney Butte by George W. Ogden http:\/\/www.loyalbooks.com\/book\/the-duke-of-chimney-butte-by-george-w-ogden   ","author_name":"The Hopeless Romantic Podcast: Happily Ever After Audio","author_url":"http:\/\/hopelessromantic.libsyn.com\/website","html":"