Jesse Chisholm
Sybil Jarnagin O'Rear
Presents the life story of the part-Cherokee trailblazer whose greatest accomplishment was bringing the Plains Indians to the peace table.
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Jesse James
by John Hamilton (1996)
About this book
The life story of Jesse James, famous outlaw of the Old West, from his activities in the Civil War and his career as a bank robber to his demise at the Ford brothers' house.
Setting / LocationGlobal
Story EraModern Era
Protagonist / CoreJesse James Lead Character
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