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To Hell on a Fast Horse the Untold Story of Billy the Kid and Pat Garrett 1St Edition Pdf, Epub, Ebook TO HELL ON A FAST HORSE THE UNTOLD STORY OF BILLY THE KID AND PAT GARRETT 1ST EDITION PDF, EPUB, EBOOK Mark Lee Gardner | 9780061368295 | | | | | To Hell on a Fast Horse The Untold Story of Billy the Kid and Pat Garrett 1st edition PDF Book Sure, and he is probably hanging out with Elvis right now. You can read three books in a row on the subject, and each will more than likely contradict the other. William Bonney, a. Hartman , Rio Bonito , Fred W. There are no discussion topics on this book yet. How did you unearth this much information? I suggest your readers check it out. Gardner's account of his famous escape form the Lincoln County jail is the most plausible I've read and is not complicated by having to account for someone leaving a pistol in the jailhouse privy. There's just not that much known about him, and Billy clearly muddied the waters with lies and half-truths. Gardner makes it clear that Garrett could have been an outlaw instead of a lawman; both before and after he killed Billy, he was involved in deals that were shady at best and he, like Wyatt Earp, was a gambler, a man who was never going to stop looking for the big score and thus a man who was perpetually in debt. Gardner's book is an objective look at both men that can best be summarized by this quote in the epilogue by Sally Chisum: ".. About this product Product Information "So richly detailed, you can almost smell the gunsmoke and the sweat of the saddles. In the Billy the Kid version, Turnstall is murdered, and in a very cold blooded manner. Brand new: Lowest price The lowest-priced brand-new, unused, unopened, undamaged item in its original packaging where packaging is applicable. Brand new: Lowest price The lowest-priced brand-new, unused, unopened, undamaged item in its original packaging where packaging is applicable. Mar 11, Jerry Smith rated it it was amazing Shelves: history , crime , read. So, if you have any interest in the history of the pioneer southwest, when men were men and the cattle were stolen, or in the famous good guys and bad guys in American history and lore, this is probably a must read. However, this book shows the many flaws Garrett had throughout his life and paints a finer picture of the Sheriff. Kuch , William H. Five well-deserved stars Wilson , Mary Madison , Joseph C. I did finish it, but the book really didn't grab me. He easily rationalized to his own satisfaction his part in the violence. It tells both sides of the story in an honest and straightforward way that is equally c This is the nonfiction historical biography of both Henry Antrim, a. People of wealth and connection routinely got away with murder even when the victims were of the same ilk. It provides a detailed inside look at the true story behind the legends and myths that abound, often siting first person resources. Welcome back. Dec 25, Katherine Addison rated it it was amazing Shelves: 19th-century , go-west-young-person. He lives with his family in Cascade, Colorado. If I squinted I could almost see them. Enlarge cover. Be the first to write a review About this product. By far the most interesting part of this book was the trajectory of Pat Garrett's career after his famous take-down of the Kid. Lacking a background in the era, I cannot report on what historical controversies might have been engaged here, but I expect there are research shoot-outs aplenty. The stories of Billy were very similar to the first book. Newman , Benjamin S. Refresh and try again. It also took him away from his family for long periods. I can't point to anything in the writing that struck me as bad or not well done. Gardner's description of the death of Billy is as good as I've read of this confusing room by room hunt at Fort Sumner. More filters. As a kid I had the mandatory six-shooter cap pistols, and watched the popular westerns of the time. Gardner tells the tale of Garrett trailing Billy and, ultimately, killing him. Thanks for telling us about the problem. Did his decision make sense? As a documentary piece the book works well. He maintains an understandable dose of romanticism, especially when it comes to The Kid. The February issue of True Wes t magazine will have a ten-page section devoted to the controversy surrounding the tintype. To Hell on a Fast Horse The Untold Story of Billy the Kid and Pat Garrett 1st edition Writer I grew up on television westerns, and have published a number of westerns, but the real stories are in many ways more interesting. The series further advanced the myth that the two were best pals. If you've only heard about Billy the Kid from movies like "Young Guns" and "Bill and Ted's Excellent Adventure," and want the real story, this is a great place for you to start. However, I felt like I was reading the book for the strange and true history, and not because of the writing. Lots of books on Billy the Kid but very few on Pat Garrett. I thought I knew this story better, but Gardner demolishes that notion. Gardner's account of his famous escape form the Lincoln County jail is the most plausible I've read and is not complicated by having to account for someone leaving a pistol in the jailhouse privy. The most satisfying aspect of the book for me was the explanation of the circumstances surrounding Garrett's own murder, which demystified a framing device in the Peckinpah film that remained baffling, despite more viewings than I can count. Billy has taken on legendary, almost heroic status as a romantic outlaw. See all 9 brand new listings. Gardner: He had at least one sweetheart at Fort Sumner, and he had lots of friends in that area, especially among the Hispanic population. The book doesn't trail off after The Kid gets perforated Or that Billy was fluent in Spanish and had a lot of support among Spanish speaking residents of the southwest. Any Condition Any Condition. Pat Garrett , George M. In these films he was a wanted outlaw, but he had been falsely accused, you see, and roamed the frontier doing good deeds, winning over people, and attempting to clear his name. If you've ever seen Young Guns, the first half of this book will be very familiar. Be the first to write a review About this product. He just never could get it right. Paperback Travel Story. But as a law man he could shoot, and he was brave and dogged in pursuit. He was an outlaw because he ended up on the wrong side in the Lincoln County War , and because the Governor of New Mexico felt that it simply was not necessary for a man like him to keep a promise made to a man like Billy. Enabling JavaScript in your browser will allow you to experience all the features of our site. To Hell on a Fast Horse The Untold Story of Billy the Kid and Pat Garrett 1st edition Reviews He's managed to compile everything previously known about Garrett, the Kid, and Lincoln County, and some facts that weren't. I have no problem reading a book about a fictional character who is a scum sucking, murdering, slimy piece of crap. The year was and the Kid was around 18 years old. About this product. Gardner: He had at least one sweetheart at Fort Sumner, and he had lots of friends in that area, especially among the Hispanic population. Mark Lee Gardner grew up in the small town of Breckenridge, Missouri pop. A superb shot, the Kid gunned down four men single-handedly and five others with the help of cronies. Sep 05, Sherry Sidwell rated it liked it. Friend Reviews. See details for additional description. The lives of Pat Garrett and Billy the Kid, along with the Lincoln County Wars of , are some of the most complex, nuanced, and at times downright infuriating events in the history of the American West to pick through. He must have had some good in him. The parts about billy and Garretts intertwining stories is outstanding as well as the retelling of the Lincoln Co More a biography of Garrett than Billy's.. Original Title. For a better shopping experience, please upgrade now. Paperback , Large Print , pages. Jul 19, Christopher Lonero rated it liked it. The most satisfying aspect for Gardner, too, I think. And even after death, the unfairness of it all continues: Every year, countless tourists from around the world visit his Billy's grave at Fort Sumner and navigate Lincoln County's Billy the Kid National Scenic Byway. Gardner's book is an objective look at both men that can best be summarized by this quote in the epilogue by Sally Chisum: ".. Gardner does a great job of presenting the facts as known and not taking sides in the debate. Save on Nonfiction Trending price is based on prices over last 90 days. This book is the story of Billy the Kid and Pat Garrett, and what makes it a really good book is that, for Gardner, that story does not end with Billy's death. Cahill was a local of no importance and no family ties. Mar 11, Jerry Smith rated it it was amazing Shelves: history , crime , read.
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