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Acclaimed author of biographical and historical fiction Irving Stone turns his magnificent talent to telling America’s most colorful and exciting story—the opening of the Far West. Men to Match My Mountains is a true historical masterpiece, an unforgettable pageant of giants—men like John Sutter, whose dream of paradise was shattered by the California Gold Rush; Brigham Young and the Mormons, who tamed the desert with Bible texts; and the silver kings and the miners, who developed Nevada’s Comstock Lode and settled the Rockies. America called for greatness...and got it. There is nothing in history to match the stories of these men who braved wilderness to bring new nation to the shores of the Pacific.

The book explores the lives and impacts of key industrialists who transformed America through their innovations and business practices. It delves into the stories of influential figures like Vanderbilt, Carnegie, and Rockefeller, highlighting their contributions to various industries and the economy. The narrative examines how these moguls shaped modern America, their rivalries, and the legacies they left behind, offering insights into the dynamics of wealth and power during a pivotal era in American history.

Taking inspiration from Sam Foss’s words, Irving Stone weaves a vibrant tapestry of stories depicting the westward expansion that transformed a continent and expanded the United States beyond its founders' imagination. This saga captures exploration, sudden wealth, and the hardships faced by those seeking new lives in uncharted territories. The narrative presents a colorful array of characters, including heroes, adventurers, and everyday people who ventured into the true Far West—California, Nevada, Utah, and Colorado. Among them are Spaniards, Russians, Yankees, and Southerners, featuring figures like Sutter, whose idyllic dreams were shattered by the Gold Rush, and notable personalities such as John C. Fremont, Mark Twain, and Brigham Young. The story also highlights the Mormons who transformed the desert, miners in Nevada's Comstock Lode, and the tragic Donner Party. Gun-toting journalists, bankers, and remarkable women add depth to this historical account. These individuals, driven by ambition, conflict, and dreams, shaped American history, leaving behind legacies that resonate through time.