The Encyclopedia Of Lawmen, Outlaws, And Gunfig... May 2026

Readers generally find it to be an "indispensable" part of a Western historian’s library, though some note that certain entries could benefit from even stronger sourcing.

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 Encyclopedia of Lawmen, Outlaws, and Gunfig...

Leon Claire Metz, a highly regarded historian, does more than just list names; he provides a cohesive look at the lives of over 500 men and women who shaped the American frontier. Readers generally find it to be an "indispensable"