The Tenderfoot

Allen Vincent is a sensitive man working at a bank who only wants to be recognized for his complex inner nature. His boss will not stick up for him against the abusive bank manager, and his parents dote on his older brother more than on him. Allen finds himself at the gym and tries to forge a stronger self out of his soft and shy beginnings.

Max Brand, a pseudonym for Frederick Schiller Faust, was an extraordinarily prolific author, best known for his works in Western fiction. Born on May 29, 1892, in Seattle, Washington, Faust wrote under various pen names, with Max Brand being the most famous. He pursued a variety of jobs before dedicating himself to writing. Brand's literary career was distinguished by his remarkable output and the creation of compelling characters and thrilling plots, which captivated a wide readership. His work 'The Tenderfoot' stands as a testament to his ability to blend adventure with character development, and it remains a classic in the Western genre. Faust's narrative style often featured a mix of romanticism and realism, weaving detailed environmental descriptions with the psychological complexity of his protagonists. Brand's influence on the Western literary scene is profound, and his books continue to be enjoyed by fans of the genre for their storytelling and authenticity. Tragically, Faust's life was cut short during World War II, as he was killed in Italy in 1944 while working as a war correspondent. Despite his premature death, Max Brand's legacy endures through a voluminous body of work that includes hundreds of novels, stories, and screenplays, securing his place in the pantheon of great American storytellers.