First published in 1967, Thomas Savage's western novel about two brothers now includes an afterword by annie proulx. Phil and george are brothers, more than partners, joint owners of the biggest ranch in their montana va...First published in 1967, Thomas Savage's western novel about two brothers now includes an afterword by annie proulx. Phil and george are brothers, more than partners, joint owners of the biggest ranch in their montana valley. Phil is the bright one, george the plodder.