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Reading Louis L'Amour books has been a wonderful experiance. I am a cowgirl, and the Old West that I long for really comes alive in L'Amour's books.
Gunny Shevlin <horsehugger409@aol.com>
Bend, Oregon USA - Friday, October 31, 2003 at 21:01:10 (PST)

When reading these books it is like re-living an adventure.
Tim Fisher <tlf3@dcx.com>
Dryden, Mi USA - Friday, October 31, 2003 at 12:44:39 (PST)

Louis Lamour is an awesome writer...I've read his books for a long time and I never get tired of reading them. Every book is a new and exciting adventure...
Amy Moore <littlepeachiegirl@yahoo.com>
Bellwood, Alabama USA - Thursday, October 30, 2003 at 17:44:35 (PST)

Without a doubt, Louis L'Amour is the quintessential storyteller. His stories envelope the soul and become a part of your life. The characters of his novels become like kinfolk. The landscape that he so painstakingly wrote about become a map for us when we travel westward. We look for the mountains and the canyons and the desert. And when we see them for the first time with our eyes we realize through his generosity that we have already been here before. He wrote that well.
Paul Conn
West Point, AL USA - Thursday, October 30, 2003 at 10:21:41 (PST)

I have been reading Louis L'Amour book for over ten years. There is no other author who writes so appealingly. I have also gotten my grandson interested in the Louis L'Amour books. We share the new ones as we get them. I can't part with them, only loan them for return. Some I have read as much as three times. My husband is ill now and I am reading them to him. I value them so much that I plan to will my collection to my Grandson. My thanks to Mr. L'Amour for all his works, and for his family for continuing his collection for those of us who do not have all of them yet.
Johree S. Edgerton <johree@bellsouth.net>
Baton Rouge, LA USA - Thursday, October 30, 2003 at 09:14:42 (PST)

Getting along near a half century in life, ran a couple of businesses, raised some good children, dabbled in marriage a couple times, fell in love again at 46, twice; once with my lovely wife and again after she introduced me to the WEST. We are now planning for our own move, nothing like the Ohio Valley move on a raft, but a move just the same. A lot of eyebrows are being raised back East. They just don't get it. Got our five acres in AZ, against the Tonto Forest. Got our 40 acres in Livingston, MT. sitting on a nob looking at four ranges. Didn't sit on a horse till I was 47 years old. Will be keeping the horses in AZ in the off season and on up to MT during the hot season. I'm an Easterner that quickly grew fond of the West and couldn't quite figure why. The contentment and peace of the wranglers at the ranch in Wickenberg enticed me each time I visited. I became friends with book educated and not so book educated men that left the fast paced life that means so much to so many for a life that really means something, the West and all the natural beauty and challeges it had to offer. I visited the AZ ranch for three years. I traveled around Colorado, Utah, Wyoming, Montana and New Mexico on other trips during that time. There was something about this land that was drawing me closer all the time, pulling me from the allure of my past, the ocean. I liked the West but still couldn't get it. I rode, I hiked, I sat under the stars, felt the hairs on the back of my neck stand up while listening to a growling bear on a walk outside Big Sky and I still didn't quite understand why I was feeling the way I did. My bride tossed a Louis L'Amour book at me in Phoenix, "How the West was Won". The only time I heard of Louis L'Amour was in a Jimmy Buffet song; always wondered who the hell he was referring to so fondly. Say no more, this one book brought it all in focus for me. I stood on my Montana property last May with my 20 year old daughter. The four ranges were snow capped, the wind was blowing over the knob, twelve mule deer were down in the trees looking up at us. I said to my daughter, "Alexis, this might be hard to understand, but if I died here, right now, there'd be no need to send me to heaven." I heard myself saying it but couldn't believe it was rolling off my lips. Now I understand why I said it. There must have been thousands of others, long before me, who had the same feelings. Thank God Louis L'Amour was not afraid to express his dreams and stories in writing. I have a lot of good reading to look forward to and a richer life to live thanks to the settlers of the past and the gifted ability Louis L'Amour had in bringing them to life. Thanks for leaving a little bit of heaven behind. Rich Doyle
Rich Doyle <rich@philawinfilm.com>
Ambler, Pa USA - Wednesday, October 29, 2003 at 20:29:19 (PST)

I never had a favorite author until i read "To the Far Blue Mountains" my freshman year of high school. Ever since then I have read nothing but Louis L'Amour. I own every one of the Sackett novels. I think Louis is the greatest western writer to date, i just wish he could have competed a few more of his novels.
Austin Jonas <jonas_stud@yahoo>
USA - Tuesday, October 28, 2003 at 18:40:22 (PST)

I became a big fan of Louis, at the age of 21, while on jury duty. Before than I never had a favorite author, let alone wanted to read. But as things would have it jury duty was the most boringest thing I ever had to do in my life. So I ran over to the nearest bookstore and bought "Tucker", well the boredom ended and a brand new Louis L'amour fan was born. Not only myself, but know my thirteen year old son. So please keep me updated on all of the new material. Long live Louis. Jeff Walsh
Jeffrey A Walsh <jeffandkimwalsh@tcsn.net>
Templeton , Ca USA - Monday, October 27, 2003 at 21:38:57 (PST)

I am an enrolled college in La Junta, Otero Jr. College, Colorado. We are doing a Louis L'Amour reading Thon on Nov. 7&8, 2 days 15 hours a day. this will be my first time reading westerns by Louis L'Amour.
R.D. Jackson <sunshine_rose3@hotmail.com>
Rocky Ford, CO USA - Monday, October 27, 2003 at 13:28:03 (PST)

I lost my complete collection many years ago due to a house fire, I have again started to collect and read all of Louis L'Amour's book for the second /third time. I wish all people would take the time to read a least one of his books, they would not stop until they had read them all. God bless Louis L'Amour
Jack Mattson <jcmattson11@hotmail.com>
Devils Lake, N.D. USA - Monday, October 27, 2003 at 11:14:07 (PST)

I moved west from Kentucky to Colorado inspired by the Louis I read as a kid. He made me long for the lonely trails and high mountain peaks,the smell of woodsmoke and pine trees. He had an amazing insight into how good men, bad men, and indians all thought. I read his books over and over. My collection is complete except for about 10 books. I purposely avoid getting those books now so I can have something to look forward to in the future. God Bless him he was a hell of a man. His influnce shaped and molded my being. I/we owe him so much. I carry a Louis book with me every time I go hunting, camping, fishing, or hiking and I find myself alone chuckling out loud at his wit and humor and being awed by his wisdom and knowledge. I'm so thankful that in my life I've had the pleasure to have read his stories. Way to go Louis, thanks.
Jeff Logsdon <jtlogsdon@adelphia.net>
Colorado Springs, CO USA - Saturday, October 25, 2003 at 19:06:03 (PDT)

I recently dicovered these books. A fine experience.
Edith Campbell
Chicago, IL USA - Saturday, October 25, 2003 at 10:12:36 (PDT)

I HAVE RECENTLY DISCOVERED LOUIS LAMOUR BOOKS. I HAVE LOVED EVERY ONE I HAVE READ SO FAR. IT MAKES ME LONG FOR THE OLD WEST AND ALL ITS BEAUTY. I MUST ADMIT I STAY UP TOO LATE AT NIGHT TO FINISH SUCH AN EXCITING ADVENTURE, I JUST CANT PUT IT DOWN UNTIL I KNOW EVERYTHING WILL BE ALL RIGHT. THEN IM IN A HURRY TO START THE NEXT BOOK. I CAN ONLY IMAGINE THE HOURS OF RESEARCH THAT WENT INTO EACH AND EVERY BOOK. I HOPE YOUR FATHER KNEW JUST HOW MUCH EXCITEMENT AND ENTERTAINMENT HE BROUGHT INTO OUR LIVES. THANK YOU LOUIS LAMOUR.
MARGARET GIBSON ROWLAND
HAILEYVILLE, OK USA - Saturday, October 25, 2003 at 08:45:36 (PDT)

My brother started me on Mr. L'Amour's books when I was about 12 or 13. Later I gave him the leather bound collection as a wedding present (at least what I had at the time). While our families and friends are most influential in our development, these books have certainly contributed to the way I deal with people and think about the world around me. I have read many of his books 5-6 times and I can't say that about any other writer. Thank you for continuing to bring Mr. L'Amour's stories. They mean a great deal to me.
Darryl Clark <wdcfixinto@aol.com>
Cumming, GA USA - Saturday, October 25, 2003 at 04:03:25 (PDT)

I am an 86 year old retired minister and have most of Louis L'Amour's books. The history is phenomenal. I read them over and over and now my wife, Lorena, has started reading them, too. My books are precious to me. Blessings to all.
Floyd Saxton <saxton2@winco.net>
Colchester, IL USA - Friday, October 24, 2003 at 11:26:14 (PDT)

I have been reading Louis L'Amour books since I was a kid. I have read most of his books and own about half of the leather bound books. Recently my 9 year old son has started reading them. We both enjoy them.
Wayne Gilge <fireman8271969@hotmail.com>
Cortez , Co USA - Thursday, October 23, 2003 at 20:09:36 (PDT)

I am an avid fan of all his writings and it has cost me many a late night - early morning due to all the reading. I have a collection that is still growing and I am sure it will bring joy to my kids.
Jeff Large <jeffl@ij.co.za>
Cape Town, South Africa - Thursday, October 23, 2003 at 06:18:59 (PDT)

My Dad got me hooked on Louis Lamour books and I haven't stopped reading them since. I have read many more than a few times and more than likely will again. I hope we all can keep his memory and work alive and well!
Ed Carr Jr <EdmondF72@msn.com>
USA - Wednesday, October 22, 2003 at 19:05:16 (PDT)

I cant even begin to describe how great(not a good enough word to describe them)these books are. I have quite a few of his books and have read most of them several times. I hope that Louis L'Amour is in heaven right now and is writing more books, especially the sequel to The Walking Drum(his best book, in my opinion). One of the best story tellers of all time.
Toby Capell <Throatlozenge@juno.com>
Newberg, OR USA - Wednesday, October 22, 2003 at 14:40:11 (PDT)

Just want you to know that my husband and I so enjoy every book that Louis has written, also that we have read them many times over and there as fresh and interesting each and every time, plus we always find something new about them. And so apply to life today as the time of when written about. Plus give you much to think about in and of yourself. We wish they could go on forever. THANKS
diane lehman <diydiane@yahoo.com>
reynoldsburg, ohio USA - Tuesday, October 21, 2003 at 08:44:27 (PDT)

My grandfather always had a Louis L'Amore book in his hand and I had just finished MY second book when I was activated with the national guard this past March. He mailed me some of his favorites to take with me. It made him happy to see me interested in something that he enjoyed so much. He was diagnosed with cancer in August and died not even a week later. I told him that I loved him, shook his hand, and walked away before he died. We both knew and he wasn't much for long good-byes. He didn't have much but he gave me something that he knew I'd appreciate more than anyone else; his Louis L'Amore collection. Now I'm picking through a slew of paperbacks and just trying to carry on something that he started. These books made me think of Grand-daddy before his death, and they do the same now. He knew how to pick a good book.
Gary Hipps <ghipps@corrcomm.net>
Gadsden, AL USA - Tuesday, October 21, 2003 at 07:49:05 (PDT)

A most brilliant writer!
Pieter Joubert <pieterj@absamail.co.za>
Johannesburg, South Africa - Tuesday, October 21, 2003 at 03:23:46 (PDT)

Book Club Member, I've been reading the Lousie L'Amour Collection since the 1970's. I read them over and over. I've collected the book club editions twice and the paper backs 3 or 4 times.
John L. Evans <j-bevans@worldnet.att.net>
Brandon, MS USA - Monday, October 20, 2003 at 12:34:02 (PDT)

I read my first Louis L'amour book when I was 12 or 13 and have been a fan since. I have since the age of 18 had 3 different collections of his books and am currently only missing 3 or 4, which I am still looking for, and will find eventually with the help of my sister and local used book store owner. Thanks so much, this is a great site!
Damon A. Shepard <nomad@donobi.net>
Ephrata, WA USA - Sunday, October 19, 2003 at 22:32:30 (PDT)

I began reading these wonderful cowboy books due to my mother. She encouraged me to read them and become a cowboy for the time it took me to read it. I especially loved being one of the Sackett boys, or any of their kin. When I brought my future husband home to meet my family, twenty-four years ago, my mother told me I could marry him because he reminded her of a Sackett. We live in Tennessee, and know just where those Clinch Mts. are, everything Mr.L'Amour writes about feels like home to us.I went to a used book store in Chattanooga today and purchased 33 paperbacks to mail to a dear friend of mines son. He is stationed in Kuwait now and I think maybe he'd like them, if not he can pass them along. I know they'll be enjoyed.
Tomilee Phillips Varnell <tngranny2b@juno.com>
Cleveland, TN USA - Saturday, October 18, 2003 at 19:46:32 (PDT)

My Father was and I am an avid fan of Louis L'Amour and have or had almost all of his books in paper back, many of which were given to me when Father died. Since then I have collected hard bound copies of all but 4 of his books and one by Angelique, a total of 115 volums. Mr L'Amour was a very friendly and understanding man,We have copy of a treasured letter from Louis L'Amour discussing the character Chantry in his novels. We had a great Uncle who worked with the Indians in the Dakotas and Louis was kind enough to take time to write about the source of the name for his character. I have read every book of his and am very sorry to realize that there will not be any more written. Thanks to his Children for the effort to collect and publish a few remaining stories in hard cover form to add to the World's collection of works from This Great Man.
Donald E Chantry <tinydon@juno.com>
West Valley City, UT USA - Friday, October 17, 2003 at 15:05:09 (PDT)

I ran across this website by accident,but i'm glad i did.I think i have read all of his books, all the liberary has and i have bought a lot. there will never be another writer like him unless it would be Larry McMurety
Norma Thomasson <NLT63@nwol.net>
Kermit, Tx. USA - Thursday, October 16, 2003 at 18:47:57 (PDT)

I have been a loyal fan of Louis Lamour for well over 25 years and enjoy reading new stories that are now being released and rereading ever bookover 100 times and getting the same enjoyment each time i reread the stories
Phillip L. Clarke <country_printer@msn.com>
Baltimore, Md USA - Thursday, October 16, 2003 at 17:32:40 (PDT)

I have been reading his books for 15 years. Thet are very good.
BOB MARSHALL <n2bdh@hotmail.com>
RUNNEMEDE, N.J. USA - Thursday, October 16, 2003 at 09:42:45 (PDT)

I am an Indian by birth.I became very sad when he died because I was axiously awaiting the extension of the story of THE WALKING DRUM in his next novel.I was expecting the romance of Kerbouchard and Sundari to go on with sword fighting and newly acquired weapons of gunpowder in the scenery of India. I myself am a descendent of Rajput kings.I still keep horses and guns.When Louis Lamour ended the story of THE WALKING DRUM it was the beginning of excitement for.If God had granted 10 years more of life to Mr Lamour the people like me would greatly had been satisfied.I wish a very long life to Mr Beau the son of a great man.
Sudhir Narain Dass
1 A Kamla Nagar, Delhi India - Wednesday, October 15, 2003 at 06:19:18 (PDT)

Oh Lamour, Oh Lamour! Coos a Lass in Thistlebridge Way Way Afar from Home.........
Campsie Linn <campsielinn@yahoo.com>
London, England - Wednesday, October 15, 2003 at 05:25:21 (PDT)

My husband and I have read Mr. Lamour for 25 years. We had (untill the fire) his whole collection. He will always be the best STORYTELLER ever. Thank You, Karen Weir
karen weir
west terre haute, in USA - Tuesday, October 14, 2003 at 14:55:36 (PDT)

I started into Louis' books when I was in the 8th grade (2001). It was just out of interest in the great name I had always heard. To date I read every Louis L'Amour I can get my hands on. Living overseas it is harder to be able to read them all. Through my school library and friends I have throughly enjoyed everyone I can get. Louis L'Amour is spoken out of my mouth whenever the great books of today comes up in the discussion. Thanks for making such a legend available to all. Joshua Schaa
Joshua Schaa
Dakar, Senegal - Monday, October 13, 2003 at 10:08:16 (PDT)

LOVE LOUIS L'AMOUR BOOKS AND I CANT STOP READING THEM. MR LAMOUR WAS A GENIUS . LOVE YOUR WEBSITE KEEP UP THE GOOD WORK AND THANKS
EDWIN ORTIZ <mystic.napo@verizon.net>
EDGEWATER, NJ USA - Monday, October 13, 2003 at 06:49:05 (PDT)

I read Louis L'Amour first in russian in 1993, then in original. This man opend the world of Great Old West for me, and I wish to say: "Thank you" for him, although I'm know, that he isn't with us now. I like all his books, especially "Flint" and "Last of the breed". He never was in Russia, I think, but he made no one big mistake in his book. Also he caught the difference between a KGB men and peoples, who suffer from KGB and sympathize to USA and a free world. Such people was and will be in Russia in every political system. As for me, I began to interesting in Old West and American Sivil War history. This is my life now, thanks to Louis L'Amour.
Maria Minaeva <mary.mms@rambler.ru>
Moscow, Russia - Monday, October 13, 2003 at 06:40:39 (PDT)

I started reading L'Amour books in the 8th grade for a reading project. That was 1976. I have read all the books at least 10 times each. I read all in one year one time. I have all the books in paperback and leather bound. My uncle has two orginal Jim Mayo books that he is giveing me that will round out my collection. When L'Amour died I was sad for two reasons. One, I had lost a friend. Two, what would happen to all his unwritten books. He talked about finding out in later books. I am still wainting on Joe Mac going back for his second scalp. He said I will take two in my life, this is the first.
Phil Byram
Mooreville, MS USA - Sunday, October 12, 2003 at 21:11:26 (PDT)

I started reading Louis' books when I did my four years of high school in the USA in the 70's. I have been collecting his books for years and now my son is reading them. Like everyone else we enjoy the Sacketts the most. The movies are also very good. Whoever cast Sam Elliot as "Tell Sackett" was a genius. Felt a great saddeness when Mr. L'amour died but he certainly lives on in his books. All the best to his family.
WAYNE THOMAS <thomtrans@clear.net.nz>
AUCKLAND, NEW ZEALAND - Sunday, October 12, 2003 at 13:02:54 (PDT)

I've enjoyed the Louis L'Amour books for several years now. I have quite a large library of them. Still working on getting the rest of them. Thank God for old Cowboys!
Donald Adix
Ia USA - Sunday, October 12, 2003 at 08:36:02 (PDT)

I enjoy reading Louis L'Amour books and have a collection of all but four at this time.
Jack Spohn <jaspohn@prodigy.net>
Poulsbo, WA USA - Saturday, October 11, 2003 at 23:37:57 (PDT)

Just wanted to say that I've been a loyal reader ever since I took one out at the school library about 24 years ago. Since then I have read every book that I can get my hands, and all of them several times over. Great reading and I am grateful for this opportunity to pay tribute to a prolific writer who greatly influences my life.
Mr Ed
USA - Saturday, October 11, 2003 at 22:38:03 (PDT)

have read these books for the past 25 years,over and over.love them all.greatest western writer ever!
melvin r. purington
richland center, wi USA - Saturday, October 11, 2003 at 20:14:43 (PDT)

HUGE FAN OF LOUIS L,AMOUR GOD LOVES OL COWBOYS ANYBODY HELP ME FINSH ALEATHER BOUND COLLECTION I HAVE 43 OF THEM THANK YOU TO THE L,AMOUR FAMILY FOR KEPPING THE GREAT WESTERN LEGANDS ALIVE
PHIL ROBB <RENEELNPHILDL@AOL.COM>
BONAQUA, TN USA - Saturday, October 11, 2003 at 12:52:26 (PDT)

I have the full collection of Louis' books and enjoy reading them over and over. My son is starting to read them and also enjoys them.
Terry Shinogle <tersco@swko.net>
Plains, KS USA - Saturday, October 11, 2003 at 04:56:53 (PDT)

LOUIS L'AMOUR ROCKS! I AM 13 AND HAVE READ MOST OF THE SACKETT BOOKS. I AM NOW READING GALLOWAY, AND A GREAT BOOK IT IS. HIS WRITING IS ALL GOOD AND IT IS FULL OF ADVENTURE AND SOME GREAT STUFF. ONE OF MY FAVORITE BOOKS IS THE LAST OF THE BREED WHICH I READ OVER THE SUMMER. LOUIS L'AMOUR'S BOOKS WILL LAST FOREVER AND CAN BE READ OVER AND OVER AGAIN. LOUIS L'AMOUR ROCKS!
shane <supershane90@aol.com>
gig harbor, wa USA - Friday, October 10, 2003 at 22:05:06 (PDT)

I am 62 years old and I have been reading louis l'amour books for over 30 years.I can read his books an when he describes aplace I feel like I am in that place.my favotite's are the Sacketts.When we lost him I felt like I had lost a very dear friend. Donna F.Boulware
donna f. boulware <ddonnab@aol.com>
buffalo, s.c. USA - Friday, October 10, 2003 at 21:00:18 (PDT)

I love his work. He takes me away from the my time and place and sends me to one filled with my favorite things.....cowboys and horses!
Martha Harris <Silverpony94@aol.com>
West Point, MS USA - Friday, October 10, 2003 at 11:08:53 (PDT)

My uncle let me read the book Flint, after that you would say the rest is history. I have reread his books also the audio cassettes I listen to over over again I have all that has been put out and can't waite for the next one to come out. LOUIS L'AMOUR was a great lost to the story telling of the great west.
Dennis Jeppesen <ddjep@aol.com>
Kaysville, UT USA - Friday, October 10, 2003 at 08:42:12 (PDT)

My best author ever. I have nearly every book he ever wrote and have read most of them more than a few times.
Claire
Johannesburg, South Africa - Thursday, October 09, 2003 at 07:04:57 (PDT)

My husband is a huge fan! He reads and reads and reads. It drives me nuts! Ha ha! I try and get him a new book at various times during the year. He may already have and/or read the one I pick out (I can't remember all the titles he owns) but it doesn't matter to him. He enjoys reading them again and again. In fact, he is such a fan we named our firstborn son after one of L'Amour's characters - Orrin Sackett. Our boy is Orrin James. He is 9 and really loves westerns and already considers himself to be a cowboy! Guess he learned it all from his Daddy who's the real cowboy. I will share this site with them both. I am sure they will enjoy it. Thanks!
Shelley Wyman <eumcshelley@citlink.net>
Earlville, NY USA - Wednesday, October 08, 2003 at 07:54:43 (PDT)

Louis L'amour is the greatest author ever!
AJ Howell
USA - Tuesday, October 07, 2003 at 10:13:24 (PDT)

Since I read my first few Louis L'Amour novels, I have come to expect big things from each one I read. I expect a story that starts out quickly, gets me intersted, and flows swiftly, making it hard to put the book down until it is finished. That is a tall order, but Louis has not disappointed me yet and I don't imagine he ever will.
Brian Lazorko, AKA Assinaboine Slim <brian@brianlazorko.ca>
Lloydminster, Alberta Canada - Sunday, October 05, 2003 at 17:45:38 (PDT)

I have been hooked on Louis L'Amour's books for as long as i can remember. I have my father to thank for that. He is such an awesome storyteller. I can relate to many of his stories and i tried living them when i was a boy scout and camping. Now i am 24 and serving in the U.S. Navy in Japan. I get to go to many of the places that he visited so many years ago. Singapore is my second home. Keep up the great site and all of the knowledge that pertains to Louis. Thanks
Jeremy Farrar <farrarjd@cowpens.navy.mil>
Yokosuka, Japan - Friday, October 03, 2003 at 18:50:22 (PDT)

I like the accuracy of the novels. A brilliant mix of characters and American heros in seemingly perfect timelines. Skillful accounts of cultures, habits and language of the characters allows me to empathize with the needs of the jouneymen and their companions. I look forward to my next adventure from the moment I finsh the last. Thanks for doing it right.
Emile Oestriecher, IV <Emile4@aol.com>
Alexandria, LA USA - Friday, October 03, 2003 at 02:21:35 (PDT)

I remember being so excited on Christmas morning to get another Louis L'Amour book. Unfortunately, my brother loved his books too and claimed the entire collection we had when he moved out.
Rita A. Fague
Fulton, MO USA - Wednesday, October 01, 2003 at 14:33:30 (PDT)

Been reading Louis's books since I was four. 19 years later I still feel the excitement when I pick up a copy.
Jesse Conrad <eazyrider13@hotmail.com>
Idaho Falls, ID USA - Tuesday, September 30, 2003 at 02:11:45 (PDT)

My dad was a huge fan of Louis L'Amour westerns. While I was attending college, and living at home, once a week or so he would ask me to stop and pick up a couple more "Louies" on my way home. He eventually collected all the paperbacks. This is a beautiful page. Keep up the good work!
John Crocker <jcrocker@inu.net>
Lufkin, TX USA - Sunday, September 21, 2003 at 14:51:17 (PDT)

Louis L'Amour roped me into being the prolific reader I am today with over 2000 books in my library including all of his paperbacks, eight or ten hardcovers and a growing collection of "leatherettes" (45 to date). I feel a closeness to Louis as our travels have many times paralleled or crossed for although not at the same time or nearly as colorfull, I too have known the constant rush from living on the edge. I am but stymied from being born a couple of hundred too late. Keep up the good work and know that for many generations to come, the L'Amour works will be cherished by all who find him.
David Detwiler <eaglesglen@earthlink.net>
Wytheville, VA USA - Saturday, September 20, 2003 at 11:00:34 (PDT)

The movies of Roy Rogers, John Wayne, and many others was always lacking until I picked up my first Louis L'amour western and then I was hooked. I scoured the bookshops both new and second hand for works by the great man. It is with a passion I read and reread his works. I have yet to pick up a story i haven't enjoyed. I have all four off the Hopalong Cassidy Novels in my collection as well as over one hundred other paperbacks snd his memoirs all of which though well thumbed hold pride of place in my library. I thank his family for keeping his memory alive by unearthing more and more of his works through which this cowboy dpwn under can keep living his dreams Thanks once more for the opportunity to add to the many fabulous comments and ackolades to this great writer. Best Wishes to you and yours Nigel Carmichael
Nigel Carmichael <countryboy@paradise.net.nz>
Wellington, NEW ZEALAND - Wednesday, September 10, 2003 at 01:56:22 (PDT)

I have about 30 or so books of Louis Lamour westerns. I have enjoyed reading each one. I also have 5 books of the short stories. I prefer the westerns.
Geraldine(Gerry) Sieg <gerry@surewest..net>
Carmichael, Ca. USA - Monday, September 08, 2003 at 22:29:36 (PDT)

I read my first "Louis" when I was about 10 and have read as many as I could find in the 30 years since. I have a couple of friends that share back and forth too. My 11 year old son has just finished his first short story book too. Now he understands why I have my nose stuck in these wonderful pieces of literature until they're finished. I only wish they were never ending. The good thing is that you can keep re-reading them and not tire of them. Thanks Louis!
Tahsis Dawe
Canada - Sunday, September 07, 2003 at 09:34:54 (PDT)

I love Louis L'Amour's books. All of them I have read, except for a few I haven't found, yet!
Mildred Bailey <mildredite@hotmail.com>
Prince Albert,, Sask. Canada - Saturday, September 06, 2003 at 14:39:06 (PDT)

Just wanted to tell you that your books are great. They have alot of detail that makes you feel like you are there in the book when you are reading it.
Kristina Ashley <hotgirl312@aol.com>
Tacoma, WA USA - Saturday, September 06, 2003 at 12:29:24 (PDT)

I am a third generation fan. My grandmother and great grandfather got me started back in the early '80s. I have since collected all his books and read them all at least 3 times.
Brent Caldon <desertrat303@aol.com>
Hemet, CA USA - Thursday, September 04, 2003 at 23:14:35 (PDT)

The more I read Mr. L'Amour's works, the more I want to read. They are timeless classics. I won't stop until I own and have read them all. I have a number of older bound editions that I happened upon quite by accident. I am especially fond of these volumes.
Scott Moody <oneshot375@aol.com>
St. Petersburg, FL USA - Thursday, September 04, 2003 at 21:08:50 (PDT)

I started reading Louis Lamour's books when I was given several of them while recuperating from a heart attack in 1979. Since that time I have read everyone that I can find and many of those over and over again. He never had to resort to sexual content to make his stories interesting nor to foul language. You can tell that he was a gentleman by the way he wrote. I would like to see someone pick up on some of his unfinished story lines, say, go back to Ivo Sackett and perhaps to Barnabas's son and daughter who moved to England. What ever happened to Barnabas's home in the Fens, etc.
Ken Yates <kennnan@wrkcs.net>
Brookville, PA USA - Wednesday, September 03, 2003 at 06:25:28 (PDT)

My father-in-law read Louis L'Amour all the time, and I didn't know what I was missing! Then one day I picked up "Hanging Woman Creek" and was hooked. I own 118 of LLM's books now, and he is my all-time favorite author! I wish I could have met him in person to tell him, "Thanks for the great stories---thanks for teaching me more history than I ever learned in school."
Jane Kauzlarich <indigo32@frontiernet.net>
USA - Tuesday, September 02, 2003 at 20:59:21 (PDT)

my father is now 82 and spend s most of his time whering out the louis l'amour books we have gotton over the years and will soom start replacing the ones that have worn out
hollie flippen <flipvcircs@aol.com>
detroit, mi USA - Tuesday, September 02, 2003 at 13:56:24 (PDT)

Have been reading and enthusing about Louis' works since 1968. Now that I've found some internet connections I will be making regular contact. I would hope to be visiting America in the future. I would really love to see the country that Louis wrote about. Is there a L'Amour Trail or has someone researched the country in which his western novels are based and traced it to current maps. hopeing to hear some positive news best wishes Mike
Michael Schultz <michael.schultz@bigpond.com>
Australia - Monday, September 01, 2003 at 20:29:57 (PDT)

I have read over 90 of his books and he remains to this day my favourite author.
Andy Schleicher <bradyschleicher@sympatico.ca>
Pointe Claire, Que Canada - Monday, September 01, 2003 at 17:17:26 (PDT)

I have just finnished my first of many Louis L'amour book's it was titled Last of the breed. I enjoyed the story but am still in awh of the end. I would like to know if there is another part to this. Dose he make it? dose he find the girl? Dose he go back to finnish his buisness with Zamatev?please let me know thanks eh!
Scott ,Duiven <duiven@calgary.oilfield.slb.com>
Calgary, AB Canada - Friday, August 29, 2003 at 16:30:37 (PDT)

Having read Louis's books for over 30 years and having collected all of his books available to the public I can safely say there is no other person that can display a clean sense of a story and leave the reader spellbound to return and read it again and again. Whenever I wish to relax I always pick one of his books up and read until it is finished. God Speed to you and keep your father's image alive... Hal
Capt Hal Douthwright <hdouth@direcway.com>
Upper Mills, NB Canada - Thursday, August 28, 2003 at 20:42:31 (PDT)

I started reading Louis L'Amours books in the mid 1960's when I was in the Air Force. I believe I own every book he has wrote. Most in paperback. I have some paperbacks that retailed for less than fifty cents. I have read all of them several times. My youngest son is now reading them and he wanted me to Will the collection to him when I die, which I did. Thanks for providing me with over 30 years of great reading.
Lanny Asbridge <wildcat46@gbronline.com>
Lilburn, Ga USA - Thursday, August 28, 2003 at 15:53:27 (PDT)

My husband, Herbert and I have read every book that we could find. We have over a hundred plus sixty or more extra copies. It is wonderful that you are coming out with more of your fathers short stories. I wish there were more movies made of his books. We are looking forward to any new books you bring out. I wish I had a list of all the book that Louis has written so I could be sure that I have all of them. Thanks to your wonderful father that we enjoy reading more than ever. Patty
Patty Throesch <momthroesch1@yahoo.com>
Pocahontas, AR USA - Wednesday, August 27, 2003 at 18:36:20 (PDT)

I am a old man and I have read very few books, but when I read the first Louis L'mour books I started reading all the books I could find of his books as I find he had his heart in the books he wrote and investigated his work. Shelly
Sheldon W Smith <ssmith@infoblvd.net>
Canisteo , NY USA - Wednesday, August 27, 2003 at 18:28:02 (PDT)

Bula!!! I started reading Louis Lamour novels as a high school student and have been hooked ever since. Mr Lamour was a truly gifted writer.
Jeremaia Naerecoko Lewaravu <s91418550@student.usp.ac.fj>
SIGATOKA, FIJI - Tuesday, August 26, 2003 at 16:25:18 (PDT)

While I've been a fan of the Sacketts and other novels, imagine my surprise when I took my family to The Diamond Circle Theatre in Durango, Colorado. The troupe performed "One For The Mojave Kid", a Louis L'Amour radio play. It was just terrific. We enjoyed the production immensely. I would love to find the script of the show.
Jim Teegarden <jimteegarden@hotmail.com>
Birmingham, MI USA - Monday, August 25, 2003 at 13:55:49 (PDT)

I have collected all of the hardback collection. I started reading Louis L'Amour novels about 1980 and started collecting the hardbacks from Bantam books in 1981. I collect any and everything that pertains to Louis L'Amour.
Lyndal Britt <blessedharmony@earthlink.net>
Sonora, Ky USA - Monday, August 25, 2003 at 11:18:19 (PDT)

I was hooked the moment I started reading Flint.
David Paul <kdpaul@ntin.net>
Gainesville, Tx USA - Sunday, August 24, 2003 at 08:26:27 (PDT)

I have read every book written by Louis at least 5 times. They never get boring. I have been to some of the places he has written about. I hope Beau will try to complete some of his unfinished material. I have read other western writers through out my 60 years, but nobody could write like Louis.It was a very sad day when he passed away. A Devoted Reader, Jon
Jon F. Hornback <grandmajo@dslextreme.com>
Rialto, ca USA - Saturday, August 23, 2003 at 17:04:26 (PDT)

This is a great site. For those of us that LOVE Mr. L`Amour`s works we`ll always have a place to go to and relive some of the GREAT times we`ve shared with Mr. L`Amour. From Tell Sackett to Bendigo Shafter to Flint. From the Apaches to the Anasasai to the Cowboys on the cattle drives to the Western Lands, I`ll always have a place to go and people to meet, thanks to Mr. L`Amour. And thanks to Ya`ll for this GREAT Site. I`ll be a CONSTANT visitor. Thanks a bunch, Todd Goss
Todd Goss <tgoss22@yahoo.com>
Orange, Tx USA - Saturday, August 23, 2003 at 02:04:37 (PDT)

Mr. L`Amour is the ONLY Author that can describe a place or Person and You feel like You are at that particular place or face to face with that person. I`ve been reading his books my whole life (42 yrs) and have never met another Story Teller like him. Thanks for "The Journeys". A Big Fan, ALWAYS, Todd Goss
Todd Goss <tgoss22@yahoo.com>
Orange, Tx USA - Saturday, August 23, 2003 at 01:30:37 (PDT)

It was a very sad day when he past away. From reading his bio, he very much enjoyed his life in all that he faced. I very much enjoyed reading all of his books, and never tire of rereading them over again. Thanks Louis L'Amour
Larry W. Jacobsen <ditchya2@hotmail.com>
Henderson, NV USA - Friday, August 22, 2003 at 14:21:26 (PDT)

Where to begin!! Fantastic, top-notch, professional site! My compliments to your Webmaster! I've been reading Louis L'Amour since the l970s, when I picked up one of my young son's books. It was one of the Sackett books. I told my son what a great book it was and how much I enjoyed the Sackett family. He said, "There are more books about the Sacketts." I said, "What??? WHERE?" And that was my introduction to ALL Louis L'Amour's books. I acquired all the paperbacks, then subscribed and started receiving the leatherette editions through the mail. I feel rich, owning all these wonderful books! When I realize the characters will be traveling from town to town or state to state, I open my huge annual ATLAS, grab my yellow high-lighter and mark the routes as they go. I am THERE! I hate the stories to end. Over the years, I've ridden the dark trails, shared Mr. L'Amour's campfires (being careful to look away from the flames so I won't be caught unaware should the enemy creep up on me!) and made sure my fire was built under leafy limbs to dissipate the smoke.) I felt a great loss when I heard of Mr. L'Amour's death. My husband said he had watched a special on TV (like 20/20 or 60 Minutes) and I wish there was a way to buy the video of that episode! I missed it as I was out of town and out of touch during this time. Heartfelt thanks to everyone who continued to supply his loyal fans with the latest from all L'Amour's notes, especially to his wife and children. I have the entire year's THE LOUIS L'AMOUR WESTERN MAGAZINE, including the premiere issue and the First Anniversary issue. Will treasure them always, as well as all the Louis L'Amour books. The world has lost much by his passing.
Bertha Parfait <ccrsbp@aol.com>
Jasper, TX USA - Thursday, August 21, 2003 at 14:00:22 (PDT)

best books ever love the sacketts!!!
kevin irwin <pretzel30@aol.com>
palm beach gardens, fl USA - Wednesday, August 20, 2003 at 15:49:52 (PDT)

I have enjoyed all of the L'Amour books I have read. Few authors write books which are interesting regardless of genre or venue.
Robert S Miller III <elfwood109@aol.com>
Clio, MI USA - Wednesday, August 20, 2003 at 14:54:53 (PDT)

The frist time i read a Louis L'Amour book I was working as a nursing assistant in a nursing home and one of the resident's loved his books and ask me to read to him I started reading and have never stopped the books are so real they draw you into them .I will continue to read them as long as i can
Ruth <ruthanngiad@yahoo.com>
wv USA - Wednesday, August 20, 2003 at 13:00:38 (PDT)

It's hard to believe that I can read one L. L'Amour western after another and not get tired of the stories. They are exciting and make you feel like you're there.
Theresa Jansen
Madison, WI USA - Wednesday, August 20, 2003 at 08:06:14 (PDT)

I enjoyed "Sitka" and "The Walking Drum" very much.
H.R."Bear" McGinnis <kenaiakbeer@yahoo.com>
Juneau, AK USA - Tuesday, August 19, 2003 at 10:13:42 (PDT)

I have read many of Mr. L'Amore's books and had always been curious of his own life. A few days ago while looking at books in a little store here in Kansas I came across a hard back copy of Education of a Wandering Man so I of course bought it and know I cant put it down. To those of you who have not had the pleasure of reading it I recomend it very highly. Thanks for the escape your books brought me thru these years Louis. It would have been a pleasure to know you.
David B Ramsay Jr <drcamper@hotmail.com>
Overland Park, Kansas USA - Monday, August 18, 2003 at 02:49:45 (PDT)

The 1st book of his that I read was given to me by my grandpa when I was just a kid. It was Rider of Lost Creek. Loved the book and was hooked from that one on. I never had the honor of meeting Mr L'Amour, but in two of his books he mentioned Charlie Daniels, a legend in his own musical rights, and I did get to meet Mr Daniels and have him autograph both books mentioning his name. 2 keepsakes involving 2 very memorable men.
Glenn Kitchen
Ky USA - Sunday, August 17, 2003 at 20:17:54 (PDT)

Fantastic reading. I discovered Louis in Australia and fell in love with the west while working in Oklahoma.
Michael Drenth <elvismi@hotmail.com>
West Lorne, ON Canada - Sunday, August 17, 2003 at 14:32:58 (PDT)

I've been an avid reader of Louis L'Amour books as long as I can remember. My father was, as well, and he got me started on them at a young age. I've got all of his books (in fact, between Dad and I, we've probably got two of most of them). I remember how saddened both of us were when he passed. Louis was one of the greatest story tellers of our time. He had the rare ability of being able to describe his characters and settings with amazing depth and clarity, and every time I reread one of his books it's like stepping back in time.
Heather <threeferretsinc@msn.com>
Greensboro, NC USA - Friday, August 15, 2003 at 11:42:35 (PDT)

I was so pleased to find this wonderful site on my favorite author! I was introduced to Louis Lamour through my father, who owns just about every book Lamour has written. Now, he has become a hero of sorts to me, inspiring me in my own writing. This man led an incredible life, as is reflected in his work. My favorite books he wrote are Fair Blows the Wind, Jubal Sackett, and The Walking Drum (probably one of the greatest historical fiction works of all time). Lamour was truely a rare artist in our modern time!
Dave Andrews
Lakewood, CO USA - Thursday, August 14, 2003 at 14:14:19 (PDT)

Louis was the best - once I pick up one of his novels I find it very hard to put it down until I'm done reading it. He knows the West and I have learned quite a bit from his stories.
Nick nicolaus <nnick@nmia.com>
Los Lunas, NM USA - Wednesday, August 13, 2003 at 06:18:56 (PDT)

Louis...thanks for the awesome stories, the lessons in life, and a glimpse into what life was like for our ancestors. I would have loved to have met you!
Keith Carr <k_b_carr@hotmail.com>
Haskell, Ok USA - Sunday, August 10, 2003 at 22:41:42 (PDT)

We've just added three LL books to the collection. Don't know how they got overlooked before! Also got "The Louis L'Amour Companion", by Robert Weinberg. It promises to be a wealth of information about Louis, his writings, etc. We've lived in and traveled through many of the areas in the West that he wrote about. This experience makes the stories more enjoyable, and his depictions enable us to see the land through the eyes of someone living there over a century ago. Members of our family paticipated in cattle drives from Oklahoma to their property in Southeastern Colorado in the early 1900's. Don't know if they had the same love/hate feelings about it that many of Louis' characters had. Only know that it was the same dusty, hard work that he describes so well. Many Thanks to Mr. L'Amour for the endless hours of captivating reading and re-reading over the years!
D. Pennell & R. McBride <AvidPenn@aol.com>
Bartlesville, OK USA - Sunday, August 10, 2003 at 11:25:47 (PDT)

I have all 120 books listed inside "With These Hands", and have read them all, many more than once. Thank you for continuing to publish the ones that were unpublished after he passed away. They have been part of my life for over 40 years. CPK
C P "Chuck" Kinney <mossie98@earthlink.net>
Aurora, CO USA - Saturday, August 09, 2003 at 20:33:28 (PDT)

Excellent intertainment.
David Culbreth <davidculbreth1@ev1.net>
Santa Fe, Tx. USA - Thursday, August 07, 2003 at 16:40:07 (PDT)

I would've loved a "Walking Drum" sequel.
Phil Burkholder <burk@primas.ca>
Canada - Thursday, August 07, 2003 at 15:12:16 (PDT)

Years ago I when I was a young boy I remember seeing adults reading Louis L'amour books (Western stories as we call them over here) Some time later...30 years later actually, I heard a Louis L'amour book read on an audio tape. I was mesmerised, held transfixed...transported across the sea and across time to another land, the land of the wild west. I was hooked there and then, but it took me some time to find a bookstore in my locality where I could find these gems, many of them no longer obtainable in the uk. Well today I just finished reading Tucker...the first Loius L'amour I ever read and I guess you could say he has a new member in his fan club. I came here to say hello... My best wishes to you all and all of Loius' other fans across the world from the UK
Mike Burns-Stark <burns_stark@yahoo.com>
Canterbury, UK - Thursday, August 07, 2003 at 06:47:31 (PDT)

I have been a fan for many years. Louis L'lamour books have kept me busy through many lonely nights away from home.
Bill Pierson <billy_billy@juno.com>
Lawrenceville, IL USA - Wednesday, August 06, 2003 at 16:14:23 (PDT)

Without a love for books the richest man is poor.
Thanks for the memories.
James Craig Wallin <cjwallin22@hotmail. com>
Dartmouth, N.S. Canada - Sunday, August 03, 2003 at 20:05:48 (PDT)

I started reading his book 10 years ago we stared saving and buying his books.I tryed to go see his ranch but I could get on it becouse closed maybe someday I can go see it someday.I will keep buying as long as you keep making his books.Iam looking for poetry books. Please keep making movies with Sacketts with SAM Elleit and Tom sellick THANK YOU .we can keep Louis L'amour memery alive.
Jesse L. Myers <bigpapa@wcsonline.net>
San Angelo, Texas USA - Sunday, August 03, 2003 at 19:24:47 (PDT)

I really enjoyed reading "The Walking Drum". It was one of the most exciting and interesting books I have ever read. I would be VERY thankful if someone could send me news regarding a possible sequel. I have been wondering if and when there would be another book to follow up on the story of Kerbouchard for a long time. If anyone has news then maybe they could e-mail it to me. THANKS
Sam Turrisi <sturrisi@cox.net>
nocomment, NO USA - Sunday, August 03, 2003 at 12:39:45 (PDT)

Thanks for all the wonderful hours of reading.Louis L'Amour books are the best way in the world to relax.You can see in your minds eye the picture that he used words to form.Thank God for men like Louis.He was the best. Keep up the good work on his biograpy project.
Charles R.Griffin Sr. <luvinagriff@luvinagriff.com>
San Diego, Ca. USA - Sunday, August 03, 2003 at 11:39:11 (PDT)

My Mom And Dad Introduced me to Louis L'amour when I was about 8 or 9 years old.(I'm now 43). I can tell you how many times I've read his books. They just get better and better. My son is named Nolan Ty Jones. I wanted to name him William Tell Sackett Jones but my wife won part of that fight. I also wanted to name my daughter Echo but I lost that fight all together. I just wwanted to say thank you for keeping his legacy alive. P.S. Tom Selleck is a great cowboy.
Michael K Jones <mjones9@bak.rr.com>
taft, ca USA - Friday, August 01, 2003 at 21:56:45 (PDT)

I am a 3rd generation reader of Louis L'Amour. I have many of my great-grandfathers' 1st edition books. Thank you very much for all of the great reading you have given us.
Chad Bishop <handgunner@bellsouth.net>
Amory , MS USA - Friday, August 01, 2003 at 02:28:27 (PDT)

I read them when I was young and single, I read them when I was first married, I'm still reading them now, my kids are reading them and it won't be long until my grandkids are reading them. The man is a legend.
Grant Richardson <heathaze@austarnet.com.au>
Darwin, NT Australia - Friday, August 01, 2003 at 00:40:58 (PDT)

I read my first Louis L'Amor book in the summer of 74 and it was one of my Dad's books. I had never really read much until then, but now I read all the time. LL will always be my favorite author and I will always appreciate the bond that my dad and I share reading and talking over the different stories. Flint will always be my favorite book, but the Sacketts are the best followed in close second by the Talons.
Eric Moyers <emoyers@aholdusa.com>
Greer, SC USA - Wednesday, July 30, 2003 at 12:32:19 (PDT)

I was a avid reader of Louis L'Amour books during my school days and they gave me many many hours of great reading pleasure
Jaideep Syam <jaysyam@hotmail.com>
Calcutta, WB India - Wednesday, July 30, 2003 at 05:47:17 (PDT)

I was named after a character in a Louis L'Amour book, and I've been trying to find out which book it was. The girl's name was Lare, and she had red hair. That's all I know. I would greatly appreciate it, if soemone contacted me, telling me which book it was.
Lare Powell <Lare_Bare@msn.com>
Westminster, CO USA - Tuesday, July 29, 2003 at 17:18:30 (PDT)

I began reading Louis L'Amour books after seeing him profiled on 60 Minutes many years ago. I reread them often and have learned many lessons from them. Reading these books began my love affair with the American Southwest and my idea of the perfect vacation is to horse camp in the desert and walk the path of his stories. As an amateur genealogist, I find Louis L'Amour's books give me insight into the lives of my ancestors as they worked their way across America to finally settle in Idaho in the 1880s. These books have given me countless hours of pleasure and as I know I will reread them many more times I'm counting on many more hours over the coming years.
Annie Meyer <mesugana@yahoo.com>
Tualatin, OR USA - Tuesday, July 29, 2003 at 07:38:12 (PDT)

There are all kinds of authors, but four stand out in a class of there own - Edgar Allan Poe, Jack London, Bernard Shaw and Louis LŽAmour. If I was forced to pick two ... no problem - Jack or Louis, but if I only could pick one, I probably would choose LŽAmour. I never reread a book more often than LŽAmours. " Flint " is the ultimate book and " Last of the Breed " on a close second. If you want a good time, have a couple of hours to spare - read a book by LŽAmour. I wouldnŽt like to be without them for anything. Stefan froeding@telia.com
Stefan Dahlqvist <froeding@telia.com>
Knivsta, Sweden - Tuesday, July 29, 2003 at 07:33:04 (PDT)

Reads LL for many years. The greatest writer of all times.
Manie Slabberts
Pretoria, RSA - Tuesday, July 29, 2003 at 04:12:28 (PDT)

I was introuduced to Sacketts Land when I was about 16 and since I have been I guess what you would call a hard core fan. A few years ago I got to fiddling around and wrote a short novel. Then another and then a third. I was at a book signing just a couple of weeks ago when a fellow told me I was almost as good as Louis Lamour. you could have knocked me over with a feather. Now really I know I'm not even in Louis' class but the compliment was really somthing! Thanks for a great website!
Dave <davejhawkes@aol.com>
Franklin, Id USA - Sunday, July 27, 2003 at 21:01:31 (PDT)

I like most members have read Mr. LaMours books 3,some up to 10 times. He has influenced the way I try to live my life. If I'm ever in a fix I wonder what would Louis do and how would he handle the situation. I truly believe if Mr. LaMours writings were taught in todays school systems the world would be a much better place. If I could sit down and talk with any man alive or dead I would have to choose Louis Lamour. Every book he wrote there is a lesson to be learned, or a quote he, I believe he wanted to instill in his readers. There will never be another writer, educator like him.
Chuck Hamer <crhhamer22@msn.com>
Oakland City, IN USA - Sunday, July 27, 2003 at 17:08:19 (PDT)

I think that his books are the greatest.I never cared for westerns until I tried the sacketts now I read his books all the time,as well as collect them,I'm also looking for videos of his work,great writer.
charles white <charlie brown01ka@aol.com>
grandblanc, mi. genesseeI - Friday, July 25, 2003 at 23:36:12 (PDT)

I didn't realize Mr. L'Amour wtote science fiction books, but I'm reading Haunted Mesa, and its fascinating.
Jerry Farr <gerafar@aol.com>
sacramento, ca USA - Friday, July 25, 2003 at 20:36:52 (PDT)

I have read all the novels and the poetry of louis. There is a note of authenticity missing in other "westerns" love them
hugh burritt <pastorh@cabletv.on.ca>
Clinton, on. canada - Friday, July 25, 2003 at 14:12:25 (PDT)

IVE BEEN READING LOUIS LAMOUR BOOKS SENCE I WAS 6 NOW IM 38 AND I STELL LOVE TO READ THEM IVE READ THEM ALL I HAVE JUST ABOUT ALL OF MR LAMOURS BOOKS I READ THEM OVER AND OVER AND I LOVE THEM SO MUCH THAT IVE TAOUGHT ALL MY NEISES AND NEFUES TO READ BY THEM JUST WANTED YOU ALL TO KNOW HOW GRATELEY I ENJOY THEM
J BAKER <BAKEMAN499@AOL.COM>
SALEM, AL USA - Friday, July 25, 2003 at 04:41:01 (PDT)

its hard to know just what to say.i read my first lamour book,"reillys luck" when i was 13 and now,14 years later,am still an avid fan.his characters have kept me company many nights,deploted in the army,through divorces and other bits of lifes ups and downs.when i go to the field now,in the national guard,i still,just like i did on active duty,bring 2 books:the bible and a copy of a louis lamour book,most preferably my favorites,"jubal sackett" or"fair blows the wind".i cannot ever truly thank him for the many tips his books have that apply very well to everyday life,themoral values he shares through them,and his intense patriotism that is an example for all of us.mr. lamour,in my opinion,you are the greatest literary genious in american history.rest well and know that a part of you will always live on,through your great literary works. thanks!
jeremy harviel reeves <jhreeves@aol.com>
batesville, ms USA - Tuesday, July 22, 2003 at 22:39:15 (PDT)

As you can see I really liked the book, "Shalako". However, I have enjoyed almost all of L'Amour's books especially, the Sackett series, the "Walking Drum", "Comstock Lode", and "The Haunted Mesa". The fact that Louis went to the places where the stories took place is even better. Thank you for keeping the image alive for everyone. I grew up on these books.
Bryan Hull <shalako44@yahoo.com>
French Camp, CA USA - Tuesday, July 22, 2003 at 11:53:29 (PDT)

Started reading "Louies" about 1966 while still in High School. Have been reading them ever since and believe I have a copy of every book he has written. Many I have read multiple times.
Mert Davis <wilddavi@gte.net>
Garland, Tx USA - Tuesday, July 22, 2003 at 01:36:32 (PDT)

I have been reading the Louis L'Amour stories since the veary early 1970's. I had been so looking forward to the publishing of the sequel to "The Walking Drum". I just found the collection of stories "With These Hands". Some of my earliest stories were published under the pen name of A. A. Fair. I think that I now have all of his books with the exception of one of the recently released collections of short stories. I passed many an hour when off duty while at sea during the course of my 21 year Navy career reading the stories of Louis L'Amour and I miss them. V/R James Friedman
James Friedman <jfriedm@bellsouth.net>
Goose Creek, SC USA - Monday, July 21, 2003 at 10:34:45 (PDT)

I find his stories captivating and easy to follow. He is able to capture your attention in the beginning and hold on to it with a tight grip not allowing you to put his book down.
Shayne
Edmonton, Ab. Canada - Sunday, July 20, 2003 at 21:09:47 (PDT)

i really like his books.
roger beard <rhb60@ilovejesus.net>
mtn. home,, ar USA - Sunday, July 20, 2003 at 13:20:19 (PDT)

When I read the afterword in "From These Listening Hills", in which Beau states that this may be one of the last new Louis L'Amour books to be produced, I was saddened. I have always looked forward to finding a new novel at the local bookstore or Wal-Mart. But then I realized that I have the complete collection, and I can read each one over and over again. I knew at that point, that until I am too old and blind to read anymore, that I will NEVER lack for entertaining reading. As Louis' characters so often commented, "I see a lot of old friends on that there bookshelf." So I say, Louis, as you sit around that great campfire in the sky, remember,you will never be forgotten!
Clifford Thibodeau <mrcajuncat@aol.com>
Lakeville, MN USA - Saturday, July 19, 2003 at 14:54:07 (PDT)

I started reading Louis Lamour's books when I was twelve and I am now twenty five. I have read all but three of his books. I didn't like westerns at all but when my dad handed me a copy of THE DAYBREAKERS I was Hooked. I want to thank you guys for making such a cool site that's easy to navigate.
Jon Parker
USA - Saturday, July 19, 2003 at 09:47:34 (PDT)

Thank you Mr. L'Amour for 32 years of the most pleasurable reading! Kudos to your family for continuing your work.
Cathy Darnel <cbd56@yahoo.com>
Findlay, OH USA - Friday, July 18, 2003 at 20:23:54 (PDT)

i started reading louis l'amour books when i was 13 now i am 34 and i've read all but 7 books. thanks for the memories and the love that has been put into every book.
scott thorne thornetribe@msn.com
las vegas, nv. USA - Friday, July 18, 2003 at 18:42:37 (PDT)

My favorite American author, by far !!!!!
Dave Bruce dcb188@aol.com
Hingham, MA USA - Thursday, July 17, 2003 at 11:15:34 (PDT)

Thankyou for a brilliant website,and for keeping alive the traditions of one of the best writers of all time.I have been privilaged to be entertained and educated by Louis's marvellous stories for many years,he's kept me sane(nearly) on many long shifts in R.A.F.& police&Paramedic's.Hopefully I've given my children 'Sackett' values-looking at the state of the world, I wish more people belieeved in them!Keep up the good work guys.Adios!
Malcolm John Saunders pagan@saunderssy7.fsnet.co.uk
Craven Arms, Shropshire United Kingdom - Thursday, July 17, 2003 at 09:35:16 (PDT)

I have just finished reading Tucker and The Iron Marshal. I am a slow reader but I finished them both in 5 days. I am at present in the Middle East and had brought the books with me. It was a joy to have them to brake up the craziness that comes with serving ones country over sea’s, and to be taken to another time and place. These are the first Louis L'amour books I’ve ever read and Trucker is now on my list of favorite books. L'amour really makes you fill for the characters because these are people you know in life. Hard working men and women that overcome all no matter what the odds. I just wish I had started reading his book a long time ago.
J.C. Mullins goodolboy77j@hotmail.com
Charleston , S.C. USA - Thursday, July 17, 2003 at 08:51:41 (PDT)

I have read Louis' books since I was 16 years of age and own every one published before 1995. IT was his books and shortstories that inspired me to become a living historian. I re-enacte the fur trade era, and blacksmith for civil war era re-enactments. I read his books everyday, and have for 15 years. I think him one of the greatest writers in history, up there with Shakespear, the ancient story Plato,and although there were not 'writers' Lewis and CLark. I am glad to be one of the millions of fans and readers, and wish the best to his family, and this web site.
Robert Wheeler <RNWheeler2@hotmail.com>
Tahlequah , OK USA - Sunday, July 13, 2003 at 13:54:23 (PDT)

I Love reading his books. I feel that I'am there with the characters. I've been collecting them since I was in my 20's Hey does any body know if your suppose to read the Sacketts in order or not?
Donna Barcum <donnascateyes@hotmail.com>
Midway, Ark. USA - Friday, July 11, 2003 at 17:57:04 (PDT)

who is one of the biggest fans of the Louis L'Amour collection. My husband is a great cowboy now, but in the pages of those books, he gets to be the unsung hero in a time when simplicity was a way of life. His love for any and all things western is captured in every novel and short story. Thank you!!! Mr. L'Amour's work is unparalled and because of its authenticity, it will live on forever.
Jennifer Herring <jenne1379@hotmail.com>
Lago Vista, TX USA - Thursday, July 10, 2003 at 11:28:54 (PDT)

I write this note is honor of Mr. Edd Davis, born 2/5/1911 and died 7/8/2003 at the age of 92. Edd was an adamant fan of Louis L'Amour and read up until the past few weeks. He stormed the beaches of Normandy on June 6, 1944 and received five metals of honor. He was a loving husband, good Christian, and a great friend. As many of the characters in Mr. L'Amours books, Edd stood for right and good with great integrity. He was not a cowboy, but was a man that shaped our nation into what it is today.
Dr. Bill Lundy <Blundy121@aol.com>
Dallas, TX USA - Thursday, July 10, 2003 at 09:41:55 (PDT)

I have the complete colection of the gold letter idition of Louie L'amour. I am curious as the value of them for insurance purposes. Thank Royce Peerson
Royce Peerson <roykat1@aol.com>
Shawnee, OK USA - Thursday, July 10, 2003 at 07:51:48 (PDT)

I enjoy reading Mr. L'Amours books. I've been reading them since I was a little girl. I collect his books, I have them when he first started his fisrt book. You do a very good job writing your fathers books. I'm glad you are still writing them,I would miss them very much.
cindy pitman <cindypitman@plainsonline.com>
Haswell, Co. USA - Wednesday, July 09, 2003 at 17:06:12 (PDT)

I'm glad to see LL's children are working to preserve what he left. Wish I'd found this site earlier... =-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-= There was a small rural school outside of Altus, OK, called Navajo; as far as I know it's still there, but I've not been back since the late 80s. In 1983, the librarian introduced a bored 7th grader to a well-thumbed and nearly worn out copy of Flint. I was hooked. Throughout jr high, high school, and college I carried a sweat-stained index card in my wallet so I could be sure I wasn't buying duplicates with what little cash I had. Even if I had quizzes, tests, or finals to study for, every "new" (to me) book was read in a matter of hours. (Several teachers weren't too happy that I found LL more interesting than their lectures, but even putting me in the front row didn't keep me from reading a LL book.) Have all the books now, and snap up the new releases ASAP. I kept the last sweat-stained index card from the end of college, but now it's filed away in my office. The new card tells me which printings of his books I have in my library. A few years out of college I began the tradition of starting with The Walking Drum and reading thru them all chronologically once or twice/year. People tell me I know a lot about history, politics, and the behavioral sciences, but much is gleaned from the writings of my favorite author, and the rest was researched because of him. I knew if he wrote it, he'd looked it up, so I started checking up on other writers. Sadly, too few put as much effort into their works. I'd had a few adventures-in-literature before that day as a bored 7th grader reading a dog-eared paperback, but that day changed forever the way I rate "good" books, good people, and especially, myself: Do right whatever the price, have Goals, Plan for my (& now my family's) future, Set my Personal Standards, Character, and Ethics higher than the morals of society, and Never, Never give up or compromise if you know you're doing the right thing. It'd sure be nice if LL were still writing today, but I'm glad the Good Lord left him here for as long as he did. My opinion may not count for much, but I have say that LL not only left this world better than he found it, but he also influenced a lot of people to try to do the same. And I'm sincerely grateful. My thanks... to an unforgettable man.
didaktos <halieus@hotmail.com>
Hollywood, FL USA - Wednesday, July 09, 2003 at 10:12:25 (PDT)

I have read all the books and seen all the movies. I keep a couple handy (well read) and a wary eye on the tv schedule. Really in tune with a right way of thinking.
David Kimsey <dgkimsey1@cox.net>
macon, ga USA - Tuesday, July 08, 2003 at 15:47:18 (PDT)

I am ashamed to admit I had never head of Louios L'Amour until I had read a Peanuts comic strip lamenting his death. I have read several of the Sackett sagas and reread them getting caught up in his naration and description of the west. I can hardly put the book down and eagerly await the next adventure.
June Holyer <juneholyer@cs.com>
Denver, CO USA - Tuesday, July 08, 2003 at 14:19:26 (PDT)

I am ashamed to reveal I had never heard of Louis L'Amour until I saw a Peanuts comis strip lamenting his death. I have read several of the Sackett novels and get lost in the discription of the country side. Even though I reside in Denver, Co I can image the countryside and when I am flying 35,000 feet in the air on an airplane. I can not put down the books until the end and await my next reading adventure.
June Holyer <juneholyer@cs.com>
Denver, CO USA - Tuesday, July 08, 2003 at 14:13:39 (PDT)

I always liked to read westerns but I didn't know a truly good one until I picked up a Louis LÁmour book. I have over the last 20 or so years tried to find every title. I was extremely heartsick when I heard the news of his death and I appreciate all the hard work of his family and friends to bring to us all his unpublished works, Thank you.
Sheila Crawshaw <srcrawshaw@foxps.k12.ok.us>
Fox, OK USA - Tuesday, July 08, 2003 at 13:26:40 (PDT)

hi i love reading his books i even have his life story this site is great.
Barbara J. Navarro <littledoe1956@yahoo.com>
Pen Argyl, PA United States - Tuesday, July 08, 2003 at 12:19:25 (PDT)

would like o know were i can buy your books
melissa adkins <james.wilson144@adelphia.net>
portsmoth, ohio USA - Monday, July 07, 2003 at 22:28:23 (PDT)

MY BROTHER AND MY DAD LIKE YOUR BOOKS AND IM A GIRL AND I LIKE THEM MYSELF
crystal <www.grooveyworm@yahoo.com>
Bangor, Mi. USA - Monday, July 07, 2003 at 18:38:51 (PDT)

I like all of the Louis Lamour books especially Hopalong Cassidy. Your website is really informative, I think its great.
MarkS.Timmons <marktimmons3@wmconnect.com>
Portland, Tn. USA - Sunday, July 06, 2003 at 21:57:10 (PDT)

I have all of Louis Lamour Paper back books & some of your hard cover books. I keep looking for any new books you publish. I also have your audio tapes & movies. I read the books over & over. Thank You for The best . ARS
Arnold R. Sova <ARNSOV@msn.com>
LAKE CITY, Florida USA - Sunday, July 06, 2003 at 16:26:07 (PDT)

My cousin Ike Flores introduced me to the "Proving Trails" and I am hooked. We hail from the Philippines, migrated to USA (CA & HI) and we may just pool our resources and buy the whole set for Christmas-we are great fans of yours! We "cotton" to your books. Much Aloha and more power!!
Elvie Flores <lvflores1@aol.com>
Costa Mesa, CA USA - Sunday, July 06, 2003 at 11:27:46 (PDT)

I had the pleasure to meet Louis at the Southwestern Bookdealers Association Meeting about 20 years ago. Impressive, friendly, down-to-earth. Love this site, love his works, like the historical settings. Suggest you prepare another companion book (with maps) showing the setting(s) of each novel. What a great companion when reading - would also require some re-reading!
Hugh Ward <kyward@comnett.net>
Overton, NV USA - Sunday, July 06, 2003 at 08:16:26 (PDT)

thank you louis for the good friends and mentors.
dan labuik <hobooo@hotmail.com>
winnipeg, mb canadathank yo - Saturday, July 05, 2003 at 19:18:24 (PDT)

I never liked reading much before until I picked up one of Louis L'Amour's books five years ago. Now I'm hooked! I love reading these wonderful stories - I can't put them down! I can picture each character and the surroundings he described so vividly - it takes you there the way he wrote the stories. The books are so wonderful and I love my collection of the books and have read them over and over!
Sherry Spears <crazylocomom@yahoo.com>
Columbus, OH USA - Saturday, July 05, 2003 at 13:08:32 (PDT)

I have all but nine of Louis's books; when I get them, I will start on his audio books and movies.
Richard L Cotton <Ghostmkr@Bellsouth.net>
Shreveport, LA USA - Saturday, July 05, 2003 at 12:40:39 (PDT)

We have read almost all of Louis Lamours books, and reread them at times. He was the best western writer. His books are the kind you can't put down. Thank you Beau for going forward with your fathers work. We really appreciate having new stories also. Thank you.
jan <j_shores_36@yahoo.com>
fenwick, mi USA - Saturday, July 05, 2003 at 09:17:50 (PDT)

Have read quite a few books by Louis L'Amour and never been disappointed.My favourites are Dark Canyon and The Sackett Brand.I read somewhere that Mr L'Amour had a list of some of the real old west gunfighters,is this available in print?Will return to this site again.Best wishes Mick Godfrey
Mick Godfrey <Myasam9@aol.com>
Bury St Edmunds, England - Friday, July 04, 2003 at 17:05:17 (PDT)

The first book as a kid I ever read was Kiowa Trail, and it is still one of my favorite books of all time. I have read just about every book that he wrote and I have enjoyed them all. I like the fact that he also gives life lessons in his stories, his charecters do what should be done, not what most of us would do. Thanks to his writing I have over 2,000 books mostly on history, and love reading and even have done a 4 year stint as a working cowboy in nothern Wyoming as well as working in the timber industry, as Mr. L'Amour has pointed out, life is a experince that should be LIVED and and explored. I am currently getting the leather bound editions in the mail so one day I may pass them on to statrt some other child into the world of reading.
Art Reid <normandiecow@hotmail.com>
El Cajon, Ca USA - Friday, July 04, 2003 at 16:49:18 (PDT)

Once I read a book about the old days by Louis, I was spoilt for any other western or pioneer writer. It had to be Louis or nobody. I wish that his daughter would start writing. I have heard that she is good. This may just be a rumor. I am going to try to leave a "LL" book collection for my grandkids. Thanks L.L. for your work !
David C. Taylor <dctaylor@ktc.com>
Center Point, TX USA - Friday, July 04, 2003 at 12:50:41 (PDT)

I have been reading LL novels for 15 years now, darn thing about'm, you just can't put them down! I hunt a lot in the great state of Idaho, and LL's novels go with me, and keep me company while hanging out in camp! Thanks for everything. Great website! EDS
Eric D. Swanson <skyview@velocitus.net>
Boise, ID USA - Friday, July 04, 2003 at 08:50:01 (PDT)

I have enjoyed all of Mr. LaMour's books immensely and have read them at least twice. As much as I love the old west and frontier sagas, WALKING DRUM will always be one of my favorite works. I was always disappointed that the promised sequel was never written. LaMour's books made ne feel like I was lostening to an old friend relate adventures. I am gratified that his family has published some of his heretofore uncirculated stories.
Steve Ide <bozo603@hotmail.com>
Rock Rapids, Iowa USA - Friday, July 04, 2003 at 00:01:48 (PDT)

My Mother was a great reader of books and Louis was her favorite author and when she passed away in 1987 I discovered her books of Louis Lamour and started reading them and have been reading them ever since and now listen to them on audio books.
David C. Williams <djwilliams@sunflower.com>
Lawrence, KS USA - Thursday, July 03, 2003 at 12:39:45 (PDT)

I grew up reading Louis' novels. Much of what I consider my character came from those books, seeing as I grew up without a dad until I was a teen. I thank him (& you), for such splendid role models. I hope to one day be able to afford all his novels in a set, to display in my living room on the mantle above the fire place. Sincerely, Pat Hawkins
Patrick J. Hawkins <patrickjhawkins@yahoo.com>
Amarillo, Tx USA - Thursday, July 03, 2003 at 12:05:13 (PDT)

In the mid 60's,I was not book reader, once in a while I would read a Zane Gray western... Then I just happened to find a Book by Mr.Louis L'Amour... I have not read anything else since. Mr. L'Amour's books bring a true picture of life and adventure into my home whenever I need a break from the everyday hustle and bustle. I have quite a few of his Books, Including, The full Sackett series. Thank you for years of great reading and for your continuing saga.
Marlin Williams <willymdw1@adelphia.net>
Longview, WA USA - Wednesday, July 02, 2003 at 11:12:57 (PDT)

I enjoy these books, because of the respect that Mr. LaMour gave to my native american people and my heritage. Thank you so much. Diane Yellowplume
Diane Yellowplume <momma@wyoming.com>
Saint Stephens, Wy USA - Monday, June 30, 2003 at 05:18:08 (PDT)

I was given a Louis L'amour book when I was 15 years old. My dad told me that he had liked Sackett books when he was kid. I did not read it until a long plane trip to Boston.I finished on the plane,and bought a new one in Boston at the airport.I have read and own every L'amour book except for "smoke from this altar" everything he writes excites me. He is very stereotyped as a western writer but that just makes me smile. His writing changed my life and has given me direction in how I would like to do things. I hope that I can be half the man he was.
Jeremiah Welsh <jeremiahwelsh@hotmail.com>
Manteca, Ca USA - Saturday, June 28, 2003 at 23:53:44 (PDT)

Ever so often I go back and read them all over again and never cease to enjoy them.
Jim McKay <jim.mckay2@cox.net>
Midland, TX USA - Thursday, June 26, 2003 at 20:33:21 (PDT)

I'm new at LL, I started reading about 14 years ago, when I wanted to take a couple of paperbacks with me on an extended backpacking trip in the Sierra's. I have all but about 12, I think. My goal is to own them all, at least in paperback, then to collect the movies. Maybe even pass them on to my grandsons.
Hank Hitt <hhitt@prodigy.net>
Fallbrook, CA USA - Wednesday, June 25, 2003 at 19:02:06 (PDT)

 

The best the stories of the Sackett families. This love is shared greatly by my parents and son.
Colleen Bosel <cjbosel@hotmail.com>
Maryborough, Queensland Australia - Tuesday, June 24, 2003 at 23:16:11 (PDT)

My Mentor, My Friend by John L. Mustain I met him for the first time in September of 1977. I was in the Army and was temporarily stationed at the White Sands Missile Range just outside Los Cruses, New Mexico. We were introduced through a mutual friend named Jeff Evans. Since that day I have learned so much from him, and have grown to love him more and more. I esteem him greatly as my mentor, my friend! He was sixty-nine years old when we met. His hair was thinning in places and turning white, but it still gave the appearance of being healthy and full. He always kept it neat and well groomed. It always looked natural. He could just run his fingers through it and would have that "fixed" look. Age was loosening his flesh from his skeleton. His once thick, tough skin was becoming increasingly fragile and seemingly mobile. The pigmentation of his skin was changing and leaving in its wake "age spots." I don't know if these age spots ever troubled him, though I doubt that they did. Despite his sixty-nine year old frame, his eyes clearly shined with the radiance of youth. He loved life and saw each moment of each day as an adventure. He refused to allow life to passively slip by, so he attacked life with his full arsenal of strength. I believe, even in his death he was on the attack. We shared some very special moments. Five months after we met I got married. This time was very trying, but our friendship endured. I was glad that he attended our wedding. I wasn't sure what my marriage would do to our relationship. I thought that my marriage might bring our friendship to a close, or at least drive a wedge in it. But, it didn't. In fact, my wife was very understanding and even encouraging of our relationship. One time she invited him into our home without my knowing it. That was a great surprise. There were other times that we shared together as well. When my children were born he was there. During the birth of my first son, he patiently waited in the car. When Shane, my youngest, was born he sat with me in the labor room and even went into the delivery room with us. Together we traveled the world. After our meeting in New Mexico, he traveled back to North Carolina with me. From then on we went everywhere together: coast to coast, border to border and beyond. Once we sailed north on the pacific to Sitka, Alaska. Two years later, we went to Alaska again, this time to Fairbanks. On another occasion we transversed the frozen Siberian wastelands. We've encountered the mystical, magical wonderland of Europe and frolicked in the golden, rich lands of the Americas. We've rafted the mighty rivers, crashed in an airplane, and we've been stranded on the mountaintops. Our lives were bonded together by adversity and high adventure. I guess that's why he was such a good friend, and always will be. He was much more than just a friend, he was my mentor. From him I learned, and am still learning many things. I learned what it meant to be a man. My concept of manhood had always been one of hard unfeeling toughness. But, he taught me that a man, though he is as tough as a six penny nail, can also be as tender as the velvet petal of a rose. Though my concept of manhood was strong, I was weak. He taught me to endure the seemingly unbearable because the reward is almost always worth the pain. I was a conformist. I was willing to go along with the crowd as long as I remained unseen and unnoticed. He taught me the value of thinking for myself, of arriving at my own conclusions. He helped me to break the chains of conformity and taught me that independent thinking is the trademark of mankind. He was a good friend and mentor. We were a generation apart, and I loved him dearly. In June of 1988 I went to Australia without him. As I traveled I wondered, "Had he ever been to Australia?" I knew that we had never been to Australia together, but I had no doubts that he had been there before. While I was there he died. I lay in my motel room silent. A single tear escaped and ran down my cheek, a kind of "first fruit" of the tears that were to follow. While I mourned my loss, millions mourned with me. He was loved by all who met him. In fact, his names means, "Louis, the love affair!" The worlds knows him as Louis L'Amour. And, though we never met face to face, I, most assuredly, met him through his writings. As I read his books in the future, I shall feel the emptiness of his passing. But I will rejoice and smile as we retrace our footsteps down the pathways that we traveled so many years before, because we can still be together. My hope is that one day, perhaps soon, I can introduce my children to him, so that they can love and learn from my mentor, my friend.
John L. Mustain
USA - Monday, June 23, 2003 at 22:24:28 (PDT)