Nolan, Frederick
The Billy the Kid Reader
- ISBN 13:
- 9780806157580
- author:
- Nolan, Frederick
- format:
- Paperback / softback
- publisher:
- University of Oklahoma Press
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2017
- Pages:
- 400
- Dimensions:
- 22.9 x 15.2 x 2.4 centimeters (0
- Genre:
- History, United States, 19th Century,
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 5 working days
Description
The Billy the Kid Reader by Frederick Nolan offers a comprehensive collection of writings about William H. Bonney's life and times. This well-rounded compendium draws from various sources, including dime novels and research by historians, to provide a nuanced understanding of the Old West figure. Nolan highlights two distinct approaches to studying Billy the Kid: popularizers who often exaggerated his historical role, and grassroots researchers who have reassessed our perceptions of him. The book features dozens of illustrations that enhance the text, shedding light on Bonney's career and notoriety. By presenting a range of perspectives, The Billy the Kid Reader provides a fresh perspective on a figure whose life remains shrouded in legend. This collection will appeal to both seasoned enthusiasts and those looking to learn more about the man behind the myth.
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