The Smiling Country

In "The Smiling Country," acclaimed western author Elmer Kelton weaves a tale filled with both humor and heartache, set during the twilight of the Old West. The story follows Hewey Calloway, a nearly 45-year-old ranch hand who excels at his craft but shuns promotion for the simplicity of his life. As automobiles begin to encroach on the West Texas plains, an injury from a wild horse forces him to confront the inevitable changes around him and the fading era he loves.