Mammoth Book of the West by Jon E Lewis
This work tells how the American West was formed and finally tamed. It depicts the pioneers, the cattle barons, the coming of the lawmen and the demise of the Plains Indians. It includes accounts of Western lore, from how Montana cowboys warmed their horses' bits to the Navaho medicine chants.
Jon E. Lewis is a historian and writer, whose books on history and military history are sold worldwide. He is also editor of many The Mammoth Book of anthologies, including the bestselling On the Edge and Endurance and Adventure. He holds graduate and postgraduate degrees in history. His work has appeared in New Statesman, the Independent, Time Out and the Guardian. He lives in Herefordshire with his partner and children. Praise for his previous books: England: The Autobiography: 'A triumph' Saul David, author of Victoria's Army The British Soldier: The Autobiography: 'this thoughtful compilation ... almost unbearably moving.' Guardian 'Compelling tommy's eye view of war.' Daily Telegraph 'What a book. Five stars.' Daily Express
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| ISBN 13 | 9781854875051 |
| ISBN 10 | 1854875051 |
| Title | Mammoth Book of the West |
| Author | Jon E Lewis |
| Series | Mammoth Books |
| Condition | Unavailable |
| Binding Type | Paperback |
| Publisher | Little, Brown Book Group |
| Year published | 1996-07-15 |
| Number of pages | 512 |
| Cover note | Book picture is for illustrative purposes only, actual binding, cover or edition may vary. |
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