Billy the Kid: The True Story (eBook)

Charles A. Siringo (Autor)

eBook Download: EPUB

2022
59 Seiten
DigiCat (Verlag)
859-654738603-2 (EAN)

Infos

In 'Billy the Kid: The True Story,' Charles A. Siringo paints an intricate portrait of one of the most infamous outlaws of the American Old West. Through meticulous research and narrative flair, Siringo portrays the life of Henry McCarty, better known as Billy the Kid, delving into his notorious escapades and his role in New Mexico's Lincoln County War. Siringo's literary style weaves historical facts with the rich contextual tapestry of an era marked by violence and lawlessness, providing a nuanced exploration of Billy's character against the backdrop of the Western frontier. The book's account does not merely recount events but captures the complex human story beneath the legend, setting it apart in the annals of historical outlaw literature.

Charles A. Siringo's own vivid past as a cowboy, detective, and operative for the Pinkerton National Detective Agency provides him with a unique perspective. His experiences imbue the narrative with authenticity and a palpable sense of realism. Insight into the era's culture and criminal underworld stems from Siringo's first-hand knowledge, making his biography of Billy the Kid as engaging as it is educational. The alignment between his lived experiences and his topic of choice reveals a depth of understanding of both the allure and perils of the outlaw life.

For those fascinated by the legends of the Wild West, 'Billy the Kid: The True Story' comes as a highly recommended read. Siringo offers a distinguished account that satisfies both the casual reader's curiosity and the scholarly appetite for accuracy and detail. This book promises to immerse its audience in a bygone time of gunslingers and outlaws, capturing the imagination while shedding light on the human complexity behind a mythologized figure.

Autor

Charles A. Siringo (1855–1928) was a notable figure in the American Old West, not just for his work as a cowboy and Pinkerton detective, but also for his literary contributions that provided a window into that vibrant and rugged era. Born to an Italian immigrant father and Irish mother in Matagorda County, Texas, Siringo's life was steeped in the cowboy culture that he would later document. His firsthand experiences on the range, his interactions with outlaws, and his detective work gave him a rich palette of realities to draw from in his writing. Siringo authored several books, but one of his most significant works is 'Billy the Kid: The True Story,' where he attempted to cut through the myths surrounding the infamous outlaw Billy the Kid, offering insights drawn from direct sources and personal acquaintance. Siringo's literary style is characterized by a blend of factual reporting and narrative storytelling, influenced by his actual experiences. His works are now considered valuable historical documents that capture the essence of life in the late 19th and early 20th centuries on the American frontier. Siringo's contributions to Western literature provide an authentic portrayal of figures and events of the time, making him a treasured resource for historians and enthusiasts of Western history.

Produkt-Details

• Erscheint lt. Verlag: 13.11.2022
• Verlagsort: Prague
• Sprache: englisch
• Themenwelt: Sachbuch/Ratgeber ► Geschichte / Politik ► Neuzeit bis 1918
• Schlagworte: 19th century historical figures • American frontier narratives • American outlaw history • Billy the Kid biography • Charles A. Siringo works • Fierce Patriot • Hamilton • History of American bandits • Ken Follett • killers of the flower moon • Obama • old west biographies • Outlaw and lawmen tales • Red Notice • ron chernow • The American Spirit • The Swamp • true western stories • Ulysses Grant • wild west legends