Jesse James
John Hamilton
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.
Read Time: ~5.9 hr
The men who wear the star
by Charles M. Robinson III (2000)
About this book
Here is the first full telling of the most colorful and famous law enforcers of our time. For years, the Texas Rangers have been historical figures shrouded in myth. Charles M. Robinson III has sifted through the tall tales to reach the heart of this storied organization. The Men Who Wear the Star details the history of the Rangers, from their beginnings, spurred by Stephen Austin, and their formal organization in 1835, to the gangster era with Bonnie and Clyde, and on through to modern times. Filled with memorable characters, it is energetic and fast-paced, making this the definitive record of the exploits and accomplishments of the Texas Rangers.
Setting / LocationGlobal
Story EraModern Era
Protagonist / CoreThe men who wear the star Lead Character
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