"The Plains of Passage"

"The Plains of Passage" is a key section of the novel "The River of No Return" by Michael P. Spradlin, describing a vast, open landscape that characters cross during their journey. It captures the expansive, often challenging terrain of rolling plains or grasslands, emphasizing both its beauty and dangers. In a broader sense, it symbolizes a significant transition or obstacle that the characters must navigate, often testing their resilience and determination. The phrase evokes images of wide, open spaces that play a crucial role in shaping the story's progression and the characters' development.