Frank's Ranche; Or, My Holiday in the Rockies Being a Contribution to the Inquiry into What We Are to Do with Our Boys

"Frank's Ranche; Or, My Holiday in the Rockies" by E. Marston is a late 1800s memoir following the author and his son Frank through life in the American West, especially on Frank’s ambitions as he tries to make a home in the Rocky Mountains. The story seems to be about adventure, growing up, and the bond between father and son. At the beginning, the author shares his feelings of excitement mixed with worry as he gets ready to travel to the Rockies to see Frank, who’s been trying to farm in Minnesota but hasn't had much luck. The letters show Frank’s bravery and desire to win, even though he has a tough life, showing his beautiful but hard experiences in the wild, like living in rough conditions, dealing with wild animals, and facing the challenges of living on the frontier. The author's thoughts show his son's brave journey during a time of change, surrounded by the beauty and danger of the American frontier.