The Road

Set in Reno, Nevada during the summer of 1892, the narrative revolves around a man who reflects on a brief encounter with a woman to whom he lied extensively. He expresses a desire to explain his actions, although he cannot remember her name or whereabouts. The backdrop of the story includes a fair-time atmosphere filled with petty criminals and a desperate crowd of hoboes, highlighting the town's struggles. The protagonist's recollection paints a vivid picture of the social dynamics and challenges of that era.