The Mysterious Rider by Zane Grey is an exquisite novel, one of the best western novels ever. It is recommended for reading at any age because it brings many messages about love and hate and friendship. The novel is popular and actual even in the modern world because it is very positive and optimistic.It was written in 1921, and this book as well as some other works by this author played an important role in shaping the myths about the Old West in people's minds. Many of his books and stories were put into silver screen and the Mysterious Rider wasn't exclusion.