The Authentic Life of Billy the kid (eBook)

Pat Garrett (Autor)

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2022
109 Seiten
DigiCat (Verlag)
859-654732104-0 (EAN)

Infos

In "The Authentic Life of Billy the Kid," Pat Garrett presents a compelling narrative that intertwines historical facts with dramatic storytelling, reflecting the turbulent era of the American West. Written in a vivid and engaging style, Garrett's work blends autobiography, biography, and folklore, serving as both a personal account and a historical document. The book not only chronicles the life of the infamous outlaw Billy the Kid but also sheds light on the social and cultural context of frontier life, portraying the complexities of justice, morality, and survival in the late 19th century. Pat Garrett, a lawman and ultimately the man who killed Billy the Kid, offers a unique perspective rooted in his experiences. His intimate knowledge of the Southwest and personal connections to the characters involved provide authenticity to his portrayal of the Kid. Garrett's motivations stem from a desire to clarify the legend surrounding Billy and establish a more nuanced understanding of this enigmatic figure, navigating the thin line between myth and reality in American folklore. This book is essential for anyone interested in American history, folklore, or the mythology of the Wild West. Garrett's firsthand account reveals the human side of Billy the Kid, inviting readers to explore the themes of friendship, violence, and redemption in a world defined by lawlessness and legend.

Autor

Pat Garrett (1850–1908) was an American Old West sheriff, bartender, and customs agent, renowned for his pivotal role in the historical confrontation that led to the death of the infamous outlaw Billy the Kid. Despite his active life in law enforcement and various occupations, Garrett's literary contribution is encapsulated in his book, 'The Authentic Life of Billy the Kid', published in 1882. This biography provides an account of the life of Henry McCarty, alias Billy the Kid, whom Garrett fatally shot in July 1881. Garrett's work, co-written with Ash Upson, has been both lauded for its insider perspective and scrutinized for its potential biases and inaccuracies. Nonetheless, it remains an essential text for anyone studying the history of the American West and the mythology surrounding its legendary figures. Garrett's prose, although rooted in the nineteenth-century literary style, is clear and direct, reflecting his law enforcement background rather than literary finesse. The book not only chronicles the life and misdeeds of Billy the Kid but also serves to cement Garrett's own legacy within the annals of Western folklore. The continued interest in his work attests to both the enigmatic allure of the era he lived in and the enduring curiosity surrounding the figures who shaped the myths of the American frontier.

Produkt-Details

• Erscheint lt. Verlag: 15.9.2022
• Verlagsort: Prague
• Sprache: englisch
• Themenwelt: Literatur ► Biografien / Erfahrungsberichte
• Themenwelt: Sachbuch/Ratgeber ► Geschichte / Politik ► Regional- / Landesgeschichte
• Themenwelt: Geisteswissenschaften ► Geschichte
• Schlagworte: 19th Century America • 19th century American West • american frontier history • American frontier tales • american old west • American outlaw culture • Billy the Kid • Billy the Kid biography • Biography • Crime • crime and criminals • criminals • firsthand historical insights • forensic narrative style • Frontier Lawmen • Frontier society • gunfighter adventures • Historical Biographies • historical crime account • historical narrative • History • Law enforcement • legendary American criminals • Mythologized Culture • new mexico history • New Southwest • Old west gunfighters • outlaw biography • Outlaws • Pat Garrett author • personal memoir • True crime history • vivid character portrayal • Western folklore heroes • wild west history • wild west legends • Wild West outlaws