The Shot

<p>Shot a long-barrel single-shot rifle shares stories of intrigue repose and character--all as they occurred on Rudy's farm on the North Dakota prairie. Rudy himself an endearing soul returns home from World War II with an artificial limb to operate a vibrant diversified farm where even routine life is replete with adventures. Picture sheep escaping a burning building ravaging hogs being loaded for butcher bulls charging man and vehicles and horses racing wide-eyed down a country lane. Picture also adventures from wild animals prairie fires brutal winters and marauding dogs. Add in colorful hired men unforgiving firearms an even an Indian fight. Shot's adventures arise from challenges on the farm. Rudy faces them with persistence compassion and creativity. His eldest son Tommy while dumfounded by Rudy's resilience has a variety of his own exploits. Both are consumed by the farm work while at the same time absorbed in perpetual drama some of which is severe and debilitating. Only with a deep faith in God are they able to thrive. Altogether Rudy's farm pops like a television series with episode after episode. Shot tells his tales--truth is stranger than fiction--with aplomb. He brings you in to feel present and engaged. You'll enjoy Shot. You'll never forget his farm.</p>