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Read Ebook {PDF EPUB} Black Hat Jack by Joe R. Lansdale Black Hat Jack — Joe R. Lansdale. The story of African-Americans in the West has been confined to the dusty, bottom shelf of recorded history and American literature. But in the vein of the old dime novels containing stories about such heroes as Buffalo Bill, Wild Bill Hickok, and Jesse James, comes the true story of one of those ten-cent novel heroes, Deadwood Dick, disguised in those novels as a white champion of justice and adventure, but in reality a black cowboy, buffalo soldier, Indian fighter, and general hell raiser. Here, Nat Love, the one and only Deadwood Dick, writes down his version of certain events, straightening out numerous misconceptions raised in the popular and sanitized dime novels. Though his version varies considerably from the numerous volumes of adventures attributed to him, his true story, with perhaps a bit of exaggeration, is no less fascinating or exciting. Nat was one of those Old West characters who seemed to be everywhere and met everyone that was anyone at some point in his life. ''Black Hat Jack'' details Nat's version of the events of the now famous Second Battle of Adobe Walls, where he and a handful of buffalo hunters, primarily his good friend, Black Hat Jack, were pitted against hundreds of Comanche, Cheyenne, and Kiowa warriors. Heroics abound. Curse words fly. Humor flows as free as blood, and there's even a spot of romance. And with all that real life bravado, there might even be a few lies. Joe R. Lansdale's stories about Nat Love are based loosely on the real Nat Love, who may have told a few windies about his time in the West, but at the same time revealed that African-Americans of that era were not all cooks and custodians. In fact, a full third of the cowboys of the Wild West days were African-American, Hispanic, or of mixed blood. This is a tribute to the real deal, as well as to the great mythology of the Old West. Black Hat Jack by Joe R. Lansdale. Nat Love's personal history -- immortalized in 19th-century pulp fiction and his autobiography -- is fascinating stuff. The Second Battle of Adobe Walls -- a conflict in 1874 between a handful of buffalo hunters and hundreds of Comanche and Kiowa warriors -- is a harrowing tale of survival against overwhelming odds. Historically, Love wasn't at that battle. But that didn't stop Joe R. Lansdale from spinning a good yarn about what he might have done if he'd been there. Love, a real African-American cowboy, has been the subject of several stories by Lansdale. Black Hat Jack: The True Life Adventures of Deadwood Dick, as told by His Ownself is one of them and, though narrated by Love, it focuses on the eponymous Jack, a mysterious (fictional) figure who partnered with Love on the hunt and was trapped with him (in this story, anyway) at Adobe Walls when the natives attacked. Lansdale isn't writing history here. He's writing fiction about a historical event featuring real-life figures such as Bat Masterson, Billy Dixon and William Olds, who were at Adobe Walls, and Love, who wasn't. He's laying out some of the facts of the pivotal battle, which helped spell the end of Comanche power in the West, and embellishing the tale like many a western man -- Love included -- was known to do. Lansdale also takes advantage of the opportunity to make some pointed commentary about the role and perception of African-American cowboys in an era when many, like Love, lived through the final years of American slavery. It's not a pretty picture, although Love was able to find some measure of respect in the West, where men were judged more by their deeds than their appearance. Black Hat Jack is a good western story. It contains some facts, and some fiction, and hopefully it will inspire readers to read up on the history to discern the difference. In any case, it's an enjoyable read. Black Hat Jack Joe R. 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If you have any questions related to the pricing and/or discount offered in a particular listing, please contact the seller for that listing. Black Hat Jack by Joe R. Lansdale. You have no items in your shopping cart. You're currently on: Home Black Hat Jack. Dust jacket and interior illustrations by Ken Laager. The story of African-Americans in the West has been confined to the dusty, bottom shelf of recorded history and American literature. But in the vein of the old dime novels containing stories about such heroes as Buffalo Bill, Wild Bill Hickok, and Jesse James, comes the true story of one of those ten-cent novel heroes, Deadwood Dick, disguised in those novels as a white champion of justice and adventure, but in reality a black cowboy, buffalo soldier, Indian fighter, and general hell raiser. Here, Nat Love, the one and only Deadwood Dick, writes down his version of certain events, straightening out numerous misconceptions raised in the popular and sanitized dime novels. Though his version varies considerably from the numerous volumes of adventures attributed to him, his true story, with perhaps a bit of exaggeration, is no less fascinating or exciting. Nat was one of those Old West characters who seemed to be everywhere and met everyone that was anyone at some point in his life. Black Hat Jack details Nat’s version of the events of the now famous Second Battle of Adobe Walls, where he and a handful of buffalo hunters, primarily his good friend, Black Hat Jack, were pitted against hundreds of Comanche, Cheyenne, and Kiowa warriors. Heroics abound. Curse words fly. Humor flows as free as blood, and there’s even a spot of romance. And with all that real life bravado, there might even be a few lies. Joe R. Lansdale’s stories about Nat Love are based loosely on the real Nat Love, who may have told a few windies about his time in the West, but at the same time revealed that African-Americans of that era were not all cooks and custodians. In fact, a full third of the cowboys of the Wild West days were African-American, Hispanic, or of mixed blood. This is a tribute to the real deal, as well as to the great mythology of the Old West. Limited: 350 signed numbered copies, bound in leather, with a different dust jacket than the trade. Trade: Fully cloth bound hardcover edition. From Publishers Weekly: “Based on a true story, this novella-length Western from Lansdale ( The Thicket ) offers a potent concoction of witty repartee and a rousing battle. Black Hat Jack and Nat, who goes by Deadwood Dick, make an unlikely pair. Although the former is white and the latter black, the difference in their skin color matters little to them as they ride into Adobe Walls, Tex., after discovering a man killed by Comanche Indians. Soon violence breaks out as the Indians attack the town. While their ammunition may run low, Nat's keen wit stays fully loaded throughout the skirmish…” From Booklist: “ Black Hat Jack is profane, vulgar, hilarious, tongue-in-cheek, and full of rousing adventure, as a good dime novel, or dime novella, should be.” Black Hat Jack by Joe R. Lansdale. (preorder—to be published in November) Dust jacket and interior illustrations by Ken Laager. We’re thrilled to present an original 30,000 word novella that continues the adventures of Nat Love, narrator of Joe R. Lansdale’s acclaimed novel, Paradise Sky , novella, Black Hat Jack , and novelette, “Everything Sparkles in Hell.” Ken Laager has contributed a full-color dust jacket and six black-and-white interior illustrations. Important Note: Those who preorder Radiant Apples direct from SubPress will receive a bonus ebook collection, In the Ditch , that features four (very) short stories about Leonard Pine, he of Hap and Leonard fame. The ebook will be sent when Radiant Apples is published. About the Book: Nat Love has had enough adventures for ten men. From son of a former slave, to buffalo soldier, to gun hand, to Marshal for Hanging Judge Parker. Now, entering old age, he’s a train porter. A job he’s happy to have, but not exactly the cream of his life. And then an unlikely train robbery and a moment of bravery gives him an opportunity to relive his past and perhaps redeem his wayward son. He’s still got the skills, but he’s also older and stiffer, and a little less certain. He’ll need his old pal, Choctaw, to help him track down the murderous Radiant Apple Gang, so named for the odd, glowing cheeks of the two brothers who lead it.