"The Lonesome Dove" is a Pulitzer Prize-winning novel by Larry McMurtry, published in 1985. It follows the adventures of two retired Texas Rangers, Woodrow F. Call and Augustus McCrae, as they embark on a cattle drive from Texas to Montana. The story explores themes of friendship, love, and the challenges of frontier life. Set in the late 19th century, the novel paints a vivid picture of the American West, featuring a diverse cast of characters, including outlaws, settlers, and Native Americans. Its rich storytelling and complex characters have made it a classic in American literature, inspiring a successful miniseries in 1989.