The Book Of The West: An Epic Of America's Wild Frontier, And The Men Who Created Its Legends (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781163815755)

The Book of the West is an epic account of America's wild frontier and the men who created its legends. Written by Charles Chilton, this book takes readers on a journey through the history of the American West, from the early pioneers and explorers to the cowboys and outlaws who made the region famous. The book is divided into several sections, each of which explores a different aspect of the West. The first section focuses on the early explorers who ventured into the unknown wilderness, including Lewis and Clark, John Fremont, and Zebulon Pike. The second section delves into the lives of the Native American tribes who inhabited the West long before the arrival of Europeans. Chilton provides a detailed account of their customs, traditions, and conflicts with the newcomers. The third section of the book is dedicated to the cowboys and ranchers who helped shape the West's identity. Readers will learn about famous figures such as Buffalo Bill Cody, Wyatt Earp, and Doc Holliday, as well as lesser-known but equally important cowboys and ranchers. The final section of the book explores the outlaws and lawmen who made the West infamous. Chilton provides a fascinating account of famous criminals such as Jesse James, Billy the Kid, and Butch Cassidy, as well as the lawmen who pursued them.Throughout the book, Chilton provides a vivid and engaging account of the West's history, bringing to life the people, places, and events that shaped this iconic region. The Book of the West is a must-read for anyone interested in American history, the Wild West, or the men and women who created its legends.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

Author: Charles Chilton
ISBN-10: 1163815756
ISBN-13: 9781163815755
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 09/10/2010
Pages: 320
Format: Paperback
Weight: 1.59lbs
Size: 11.00h x 8.25w x 0.67d