American Old West

Step back in time and immerse yourself in the rugged landscapes, daring outlaws, fearless lawmen, and untamed frontier spirit that defined an era. Introducing The Greatest Stories of The Old West Ever Told – a captivating journey into the heart of the Wild West's most legendary tales! This book is a treasure trove of the Old West's most thrilling narratives, expertly curated to bring you the very best of this iconic period in American history. You'll meet legendary figures like: George Custer, the proud and overconfident Colonel and Civil War hero who led his army into a slaughter at the ...

The mythical legends and historical allure of the old west come galloping onward with The Old West Collection: Amazing Legends and Incredible Tales of the American West. This thundering audio compendium celebrates the epic events of America's frontier, whether rediscovering the California gold rush at Sutter's Mill in '49 or recreating the outsize personalities of John Jacob Astor to Belle Starr and Billy the Kid. From racing on horseback for Oklahoma land in '89 to Dodge and Last Chance Gulch.

Presenting "Westward Serenade" by Leitha Watson, a captivating Western Romance Fiction novel that will transport you to a world of untamed landscapes, passionate love, and unforgettable adventures. Prepare to be swept away on a journey that will leave you breathless and yearning for more. In this enthralling tale, Watson weaves a tapestry of emotions, taking readers on a rollercoaster ride of love, heartache, and triumph. Step into the wild, untamed West as "Westward Serenade" unfolds against the backdrop of rugged mountains, sprawling prairies, and dusty frontier towns. Set in a time when ...

In this thrilling story of intellectual and archaeological discovery, David Roberts recounts his last 20 years of far-flung exploits in search of spectacular prehistoric ruins and rock art panels known to very few modern travelers. His adventures range across Utah, Arizona, New Mexico, and southwestern Colorado, and illuminate the mysteries of the Ancestral Puebloans and their contemporary neighbors the Mogollon and Fremont, as well as of the more recent Navajo and Comanche.

The Old West has had a powerful impact on the concept of gentlemanly masculinity among Americans. For those traditionalists among you, this audiobook is filled with authentic designs, facts, weapons, and tales from the mid-1800s to the turn of the century and slightly beyond. Here are some of the roots of the most popular holsters, fashions, weapons, cartridges, and myths preferred by collectors, reenactors, and cowboy action enthusiasts.

Do you like true stories of the Wild West? You should love these tales of outlaws and gunslingers then Of course you will have heard of most of them as many have become infamous legends. Some are not so quite well known however, but they were all dangerous and ruthless criminals and all had their "15 minutes of fame", leaving trails of death and mayhem behind them. Most did not live to an old age, and those that did were probably in jail. Their escapades were daring and reckless and many paid the ultimate price in the end. These tales romp along with plenty of action and recreate the ...

Second in the Tales of the Old Wild West series by prolific western author Doyle Trent. In the tradition of the John Wayne classic western films and legendary television series of Gunsmoke and Bonanza. The Wild West. If the elements, rattlers, coyotes, and Indian’s didn’t kill you...the person sitting next to you in the saloon just might...just for the hell of it. This series is presented as self-contained standalone story novels that do not have to be read in any particular order. It gives readers an entertaining glimpse into what individuals from all walks of life encountered as they ...

David Roberts describes the culture of the Anasazi - the name means "enemy ancestors" in Navajo - who once inhabited the Colorado Plateau and whose modern descendants are the Hopi Indians of Arizona. Archaeologists, Roberts writes, have been puzzling over the Anasazi for more than a century, trying to determine the environmental and cultural stresses that caused their society to collapse 700 years ago. He guides us through controversies in the historical record, among them the haunting question of whether the Anasazi committed acts of cannibalism.

A horse wrangler’s quest for justice ignites as he confronts the outlaw who shattered his peace, with the enigmatic Evelyn by his side. Shane Williams is a seasoned horse wrangler in his town of Greenville. Five years ago, an outlaw by the name of Joe Blackwood took the lives of Shane’s family. Scarred by the life altering event, Shane has moved forward and found solace in the quiet routines of his wrangling career. However, this peace does not last when Blackwood resurfaces in a nearby town and causes havoc by killing innocent townsfolk. Shane’s wounds are ripped open anew and he ...

A historical romance book set in the American West during the mid-19th century. "Western Gold" follows the adventures of Nat Raines, a rugged hunter, and Carla May Rangel, a young girl traveling to Pike's Peak with her family in search of gold. Set against the harsh, untamed landscapes of the American West during the mid-19th century, this historical romance explores themes of survival, love, and redemption. The novel opens with Nat Raines encountering a struggling emigrant family on their way to Pike’s Peak. Among them is Carla May, a resilient young girl whose beauty and spirit catch ...

Texas Sheriff turned Family Man Someone in Bethany Springs has a secret plot. Adam Kendall is plenty busy. He's the sheriff of Bethany Springs, and he runs his family ranch. It’s just him and his elderly grandfather, along with a couple of scrappy young ranch hands living on the Kendall ranch. Adam’s life is full and he’s sure that he’s content. Someone in Bethany Springs has plans for the bachelor sheriff. A surprise mail-order wife. When Adam gets his first letter from a woman claiming to be his bride, he’s certain someone is playing a trick on him. He’s a lawman, darn it! No ...

Texas, 1889 - Daniel Honeycutt is no stranger to peril. His scars are proof. They frighten folks, which is why he prefers a solitary life on his ranch. His long days are a tad lonesome, but at least there’s no one around to judge him. When he sees a girl on a runaway horse, Daniel forgets his scars. His quick thinking saves Molly Collins, and the chance meeting draws Daniel from his solitude. Molly is unlike any other girl. Headstrong. Impossible. Aggravatingly beautiful. Daniel soon learns Molly is in danger, and he vows to protect her. Even if it means risking his stubborn heart.

A riveting history of the American West told for the first time through the pioneering women who used the challenges of migration and settlement as opportunities to advocate for their rights, and transformed the country in the process.

The town's blacksmith is in need of a bride--but he didn't expect to also become a father. Merrick Benton wants a family of his own, but he can't seem to string two words together around the eligible ladies in town. A mail-order bride is the perfect solution to his problem. Eleanor Stevens and her sister were both widowed when their husbands died in a mine explosion. Desperate for a new beginning, they each answer advertisements from men in Crest Stone, Colorado. Eleanor is certain that a new husband in a faraway place will be exactly what her sister Rebecca and her children need to heal. ...

The word cowboy conjures up vivid images of rugged men on saddled horses - men lassoing cattle, riding bulls, or brandishing guns in a shoot-out. White men, as Hollywood remembers them. What is woefully missing from these scenes is their counterparts: the Black cowboys who made up one-fourth of the wranglers and rodeo riders. This book tells their story.

The summer of 1876 was a key time period in the development of the mythology of the Old West. Many individuals who are considered legends by modern listeners were involved in events that began their notoriety or turned out to be the most famous—or infamous—moments of their lives. Those individuals were Lieutenant Colonel George Armstrong Custer, Sitting Bull, Crazy Horse, Wyatt Earp, Bat Masterson, Wild Bill Hickok, and Jesse James. The Summer of 1876 weaves together the timelines of the events that made these men legends.

Texas, 1890 - Desperate but Determined When Daisy Muldoon’s uncle dies in a logging accident, he leaves behind a modest inheritance. The problem? He hid the money somewhere in their rented cottage, and no one knows exactly where. Without the money, Daisy and her two younger sisters have no means to escape the rough logging town where men outnumber women five to one. With the new sawmill owner intending to live in the cottage, Daisy must find the family money before time runs out. She prays the good Lord will provide an answer. Pineville is no place for three vulnerable girls. Loyal and ...

A Mystery Matchmaker in Bethany Springs has a plan for the single father, a plan that includes an unsuspecting Mail-Order Bride. Nick McCord never expects to settle down, much less take a mail-order bride. He’s used to figuring out matters by himself. Afterall, Nick’s a legendary bounty hunter, known for tracking down and outsmarting hundreds of villains. But when he inherits a generous sum of money along with his young, orphaned niece, he must learn to become a family man. Someone in Bethany Springs believes Nick is in need of a wife. That someone has sent for a mail-order bride. ...

Here comes another western adventure of relentless action, obstacles and a touch of western romance After Gable Heath’s wife is murdered by rogue Confederate soldiers, he retreats to the mountains with his young daughter to live in isolation. But rancher Montgomery Widener doesn’t want anyone living in peace. The more trouble Widener and his outlaw gang cause, the more likely people will sell him their land for pennies on the dollar. Once he owns everything. Once he owns everyone. He’ll divert the water to his private reservoir and charge townsfolks a fortune if they want to use it. ...

Simon’s a cowboy with a passel of trouble, and only one person can help. Virginia. The prim, fussy daughter of the Texas governor. The one girl he used to tease… endlessly. If she won’t help, Simon’s friend will go to prison, leaving him to raise his two godsons, a pair of unruly boys who might just be more trouble than he ever was. Simon hasn’t seen Virginia since they were both kids, playing chase at the county fair. With a little luck, and a lot of prayers, Virginia won’t remember his pranks. After all, plenty of time has passed. Surely, Virginia wouldn’t still hold a ...