Border Snakes: Classic Western Rogue Lawman
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Border Snakes was a 1960s Western television series about a rogue lawman who operated on both sides of the US-Mexican border. The series starred Jack Kelly as Bret Maverick and Richard Anderson as Bart Maverick.
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Print length | : | 255 pages |
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The series was created by Roy Huggins, who also created The Fugitive and The Rockford Files. Huggins based the series on the 1954 novel of the same name by Louis L'Amour.
Border Snakes was a critical and commercial success. It ran for two seasons on NBC, from 1960 to 1962. The series was nominated for three Emmy Awards, including Outstanding Western Series.
The series has been praised for its well-written stories, strong characters, and beautiful cinematography. It is considered to be one of the best Westerns ever made.
Plot
Border Snakes follows the adventures of Bret Maverick, a rogue lawman who operates on both sides of the US-Mexican border. Bret is a skilled gunfighter and a master of disguise. He is also a bit of a gambler and a womanizer.
Bret is joined in his adventures by his brother, Bart Maverick. Bart is a more conventional lawman than Bret. He is a deputy U.S. marshal and a devout Catholic.
Together, Bret and Bart fight crime on both sides of the border. They often find themselves in dangerous situations, but they always manage to come out on top.
Characters
Bret Maverick
Bret Maverick is the main character in Border Snakes. He is a rogue lawman who operates on both sides of the US-Mexican border. Bret is a skilled gunfighter and a master of disguise. He is also a bit of a gambler and a womanizer.
Bret is a complex character. He is a good man with a strong sense of justice. However, he is also a bit of a rebel. He doesn't always follow the rules, and he is often willing to take risks.
Bret is a likeable character. He is charming, witty, and brave. He is also a bit of a loner, but he has a strong bond with his brother, Bart.
Bart Maverick
Bart Maverick is Bret's younger brother. He is a more conventional lawman than Bret. He is a deputy U.S. marshal and a devout Catholic.
Bart is a good man. He is honest, hardworking, and loyal. He is also a bit of a stickler for the rules.
Bart is a good foil for Bret. He often provides a more grounded perspective on the world. He also helps to keep Bret out of trouble.
Themes
Border Snakes explores a number of themes, including justice, revenge, and redemption.
The series shows that justice is not always easy to find. Bret and Bart often have to make difficult choices in order to do what they believe is right.
The series also shows that revenge is a dangerous game. Bret and Bart often find themselves caught in a cycle of violence. They learn that the best way to deal with their enemies is to forgive them.
Finally, the series shows that redemption is possible. Bret and Bart are both flawed characters. However, they are always trying to do the right thing. They learn that it is never too late to change their ways.
Legacy
Border Snakes is a classic Western television series. It is a well-written and entertaining show that explores important themes. The series has been praised for its strong characters, beautiful cinematography, and timeless stories.
Border Snakes has been influential on a number of later Westerns. The series helped to popularize the genre
4.4 out of 5
Language | : | English |
File size | : | 2585 KB |
Text-to-Speech | : | Enabled |
Screen Reader | : | Supported |
Enhanced typesetting | : | Enabled |
Word Wise | : | Enabled |
Print length | : | 255 pages |
Lending | : | Enabled |
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Language | : | English |
File size | : | 2585 KB |
Text-to-Speech | : | Enabled |
Screen Reader | : | Supported |
Enhanced typesetting | : | Enabled |
Word Wise | : | Enabled |
Print length | : | 255 pages |
Lending | : | Enabled |