1. Gender Issues in Hondo by Louis L'Amour
In the book "Hondo," by Louis L'Amour, the protagonist, Hondo Lane, is the perfect example of a big, tough guy living in the West; a scavenging gunslinger of the desert. Early the book, Hondo and his dog Sam, came across a ranch that was occupied by Mrs. ... It is also their job to teach their sons how to be a man and how to perform a man's duty. ... He believes it is a man's job and a man's job only to teach a young boy about duties he will face as he grows up. ... But it is the father's job to teach the boy about the outside world and how it poses a threat to many. ...
- Word Count: 1144
- Approx Pages: 5
- Grade Level: High School