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A hook: In a landscape of want and consequence, The Desire Of The Moth; And The Come On captures a moment when desire tests duty and dream alike. Eugene Manlove Rhodes's collection stands as a touchstone of early twentieth century america, where california setting westerns meet western fiction collection sensibilities. This volume gathers american western short stories that thread desire and temptation through moral dilemma themes, with romantic undertones that haunt and humanise every frontier choice. Rhodes's crisp, lucid prose offers classic western tales that reward thoughtful reading, whether you approach them as casual entertainment or as a doorway into academic literature study. Out of print for decades and now republished by Alpha Editions, this edition is restored for today's and future generations. It is more than a reprint - a collector's item and a cultural treasure for classic literature readers and collectors edition seekers alike. The stories illuminate a vibrant, evolving america and the frontier ethos at play in early twentieth century america, while inviting readers to reflect on conscience, sacrifice, and the costs of desire. Whether you seek a satisfying dip into western fiction or a scholarly entry point into Rhodes's larger contribution to rhodes western fiction, this volume rewards attention with lucid narrative, period flavour, and enduring resonance in the canon of american western short stories.