“This encyclopedia has good, pertinent information without being too murky and obtuse. The writing is smooth... and is in a plain language you can just fly through.” Amazon UK
: Readers from Amazon praise the book for being a "good primer" that avoids becoming too "murky and obtuse". The writing is noted for being plain and smooth, allowing you to fly through dense historical information easily. The Encyclopedia of Lawmen, Outlaws, and Gunfig...
If you want a for Western history that you can actually pick up and read rather than just use as a heavy doorstop, this is it. It is especially recommended for those who have moved past the "legend" and want to know exactly who these gunmen truly were. The writing is noted for being plain and
: Beyond people, the book includes entries on specific events, geographical locations, and even the terminology and language used at the time. Community Perspective : Beyond people, the book includes entries on
“A must have for fans of the true west... more than 60 photographs and extensive bibliography make [it] a must-have reference for historians, students, and fans.” Amazon UK