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Frederick Schiller Faust, known primarily as Max Brand, was a prolific American author celebrated for his literary Westerns. Growing up in California and working as a cowhand, he drew inspiration from his experiences. His writing career began in the 1910s with pulp magazines, and throughout the 1920s, he expanded into various genres, gaining success in both pulp and upscale publications. Faust's diverse pen names reflect his versatility and prolific output, establishing him as a significant figure in American fiction.