Thomas L. Gaddie

Man from "Redhill" Cooke County Texas: the World's Greatest "Marathon" Horseback Ride Thomas L. Gaddie

Man from Red Hill embraces many stories. There had to be a book. The title alone is intriguing. The 'Hill' itself is part of a hundred acres of Cooke County sand, clay and rock. Though not exceptional farmland, did however provide shelter, and yes, a meager living for a lot of different folks through hard and difficult times. Because of an old grandpa, from back when?From these times emerged the author, a born horseback rider, a 'vagabond'. Already the stage is set for rivers to cross, hills to climb and adventure. During the 'Great Depression' the family strived to exist, Saddle horses served a need, including a red sorrel named 'Topsy', along with 'Bob', a beloved Airedale dog. Beside him a devoted wife crisscrossed the country, eventually setting in and raised a family. His son, at eleven years, together they planned 'The World's Greatest' Marathon Horseback Ride.' Seventeen years in the making. Follow these horse tracks across North America, the frozen tundra and muskeg of Alaska. And, freedom, how much have you got? Tag along and find out. Follow the Man from Red Hill clear across Texas, then some. Read Mr. G's pet peeves, and discover how simple letters like P. P. ruined the world . . . then think about it.