Why the West Was Wild - Hardcover

Swanson, Wayne

Hardcover

ISBN 10: 1550378376 ISBN 13: 9781550378375

Publisher: Annick Pr, 2004

Synopsis

"The legendary characters of the American Wild West."

The American West was a wild, wild place. During a brief but sensational period, the West was a collision of rough terrain and rougher players.

Why the West was Wild is a historically-accurate and colorful book that explores: Real and imagined promises of opportunity The certainty of adventure The few laws that governed an immense frontier Lively individuals who populated the region

The diverse mix of ranchers and farmers, cheats, swindlers and pioneers, all contributed to shaping the Wild West. Many Civil War soldiers, newly discharged and not afraid of a fight, migrated to the western states. They were resisted by fierce warriors, such as the Comanches, who fought the incoming pioneers and newly arrived immigrants. Gamblers followed the gold rush prospectors and risked their lives for lucrative poker wins. Gangs of thieves pulled daring heists and were pursued by lawmen who had to be as ruthless as the criminals they pursued.

From tales of cowboy showmen like Buffalo Bill Cody to outlaw legends like Billy the Kid, young readers will thrill to the dramatic storytelling that shows why the Old West was so extraordinary. As well, engaging graphics, vivid artwork and evocative archival photographs combine to bring the West to life in a way that celebrates the enduring spirit of those who braved a menacing frontier.

About this title

Review:

Information on a myriad of topics... artwork and photos alone makes this volume a useful addition to the school library.--Nancye Starkey"Library Media Connection" (01/01/2005)

Information on a myriad of topics... the artwork and photos alone makes this volume a useful addition to the school library.--Nancye Starkey"Library Media Connection" (01/01/2005)

Vividly brings back the romance, adventure and dreams of the Wild West... highly recommended both for its text and for its accompanying artwork.--Wendy Hogan"Resource Links" (06/01/2004)

An inviting introduction to the American West... a captivating visual package... vivid reproductions.--Jerry D. Flack"School Library Journal" (06/01/2004)

About the Author:

Wayne Swanson, an avid history buff, grew up in the Canadian West hearing the stories and legends of cowboys and outlaws. His work appears in magazines across North America.

About this edition

• Publisher: Annick Pr
• Publication date: 2004
• ISBN 10: 1550378376
• ISBN 13: 9781550378375
• Binding: Hardcover
• Number of pages: 46