Horseman, Pass By
First edition | |
| Author | Larry McMurtry |
|---|---|
| Language | English |
| Genre | Western |
| Publisher | Harper |
Publication date | 1961 |
| Publication place | United States |
| Media type | Print (hardback and paperback) |
| Pages | 179 |
| ISBN | 068485385X |
| OCLC | 12533396 |
| 813/.54 | |
| LC Class | PS3563.A319 H6 1985 |
Horseman, Pass By is a 1961 Western novel by American writer Larry McMurtry. McMurtry's debut novel, it portrays life on a cattle ranch from the perspective of young narrator Lonnie Bannon. Set in Texas in 1954, the Bannon ranch is owned by Lonnie's grandfather, Homer Bannon. Homer's ruthless stepson, Hud, stands as the primary antagonist of the novel. The novel was adapted into the 1963 film Hud, starring Paul Newman as the title character.