The Assassination of Jesse James by the Coward Robert Ford - Softcover

Hansen, Ron

Softcover

ISBN 10: 0060976993 ISBN 13: 9780060976996

Publisher: Harpercollins, 1997

Synopsis

Hansen re-creates the real West with his imaginative telling of the life of the most famous outlaw of them all, Jesse James, and of his death at the hands of the upstart Robert Ford. James, a charismatic, superstitious, and moody man, holds sway over a ragged gang who fear his temper and quick shooting. Robert Ford, a young gang member torn between worshipping Jesse and taking his place, guns him down in cold blood and lives out his days tormented by the killing.

About this title

Review:

"Thrilling and mythic... Hansen's psychological acuity and
downright excellent writing make it seem timeless".
-- 'Independent on Sunday'

About the Author:

Ron Hansen is the bestselling author of the novel Atticus (a finalist for the National Book Award), Hitler's Niece, Mariette in Ecstasy, Desperadoes, and Isn't It Romantic?, as well as a collection of short stories, a collection of essays, and a book for children. The Assassination of Jesse James by the Coward Robert Ford was a finalist for the PEN/Faulkner Award. Ron Hansen lives in northern California, where he teaches at Santa Clara University.

About this edition

• Publisher: Harpercollins
• Publication date: 1997
• ISBN 10: 0060976993
• ISBN 13: 9780060976996
• Binding: Paperback
• Edition number: 1
• Number of pages: 304