"Lonesome Dove" is a Pulitzer Prize-winning novel by Larry McMurtry, published in 1985. The story follows two retired Texas Rangers, Woodrow F. Call and Augustus McCrae, as they embark on a cattle drive from Texas to Montana. The novel explores themes of friendship, love, and the challenges of frontier life in the late 19th century. Set against the backdrop of the American West, "Lonesome Dove" features a diverse cast of characters, including Lorena Wood, a young woman seeking a better life, and Jake Spoon, a charming but reckless cowboy. The narrative captures the harsh realities and adventures of the Old West, making it a classic in American literature.