“This encyclopedia has good, pertinent information without being too murky and obtuse. The writing is smooth... and is in a plain language you can just fly through.” Amazon UK
“A must have for fans of the true west... more than 60 photographs and extensive bibliography make [it] a must-have reference for historians, students, and fans.” Amazon UK
Leon Claire Metz, a highly regarded historian, does more than just list names; he provides a cohesive look at the lives of over 500 men and women who shaped the American frontier. The Encyclopedia of Lawmen, Outlaws, and Gunfig...
If you want a for Western history that you can actually pick up and read rather than just use as a heavy doorstop, this is it. It is especially recommended for those who have moved past the "legend" and want to know exactly who these gunmen truly were.
Readers generally find it to be an "indispensable" part of a Western historian’s library, though some note that certain entries could benefit from even stronger sourcing. more than 60 photographs and extensive bibliography make
by Leon Claire Metz is a definitive reference for anyone fascinated by the reality—rather than the Hollywood mythos—of the Old West. The "Why It Works" Review
: Unlike niche biographies, this encyclopedia offers a massive variety of entries, covering household names like Billy the Kid and Wyatt Earp alongside obscure but equally dangerous figures like Bill Doolin or Pearl Hart. Readers generally find it to be an "indispensable"
: Readers from Amazon praise the book for being a "good primer" that avoids becoming too "murky and obtuse". The writing is noted for being plain and smooth, allowing you to fly through dense historical information easily.