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Old Surehand's moral code feels central to the story, but I wonder what inspired May to emphasize this particular aspect of his character.

While I appreciated the vivid imagery, I was curious if that was intentional to build atmosphere or if it affected the story's momentum for others.

It's interesting how a German author crafted such a vivid depiction of the American West — I wonder what drew May to this landscape and culture.