Synopses & Reviews
In this revisionist biography, award-winning historian Michael Wallis re-creates the rich anecdotal saga of Billy the Kid (1859-1881), a young man who became a legend in his time and remains an enigma to this day. In an extraordinary evocation of the legendary Old West, Wallis demonstrates why the Kid has remained one of our most popular folk heroes. Filled with dozens of rare images and period photographs, separates myth from reality and presents an unforgettable portrait of this brief and violent life.
Synopsis
"Countless books have been written about the infamous outlaw ... this is surely one of the best."--, starred review
Synopsis
'Countless books have been written about the infamous outlaw ... this is surely one of the best."Publishers Weekly, starred review
About the Author
Michael Wallis is the author of many books on the West, including Billy the Kid and The Real Wild West. He has written 16 books and won numerous honors and awards.
Robert G. McCubbin is one of the founders of the Wild West History Association and the country's premier collector of American West photographs and books.