Publisher's Synopsis
Bella Starr The Bandit Queen: Or The Female Jesse James is a biographical book that tells the story of the notorious outlaw, Bella Starr. The book is authored by Bella Starr herself and is a first-hand account of her life as a bandit queen in the late 19th century.The book starts with a brief introduction of Bella Starr's childhood and upbringing in Missouri, where she developed her love for horses and the outdoors. It then goes on to describe her life as a young woman, where she got married to a man who turned out to be abusive and left her with a young daughter.Bella Starr then turns to a life of crime, becoming a notorious bandit who robbed banks, trains, and stagecoaches. She also became known for her sharpshooting skills and her ability to evade the law.Throughout the book, Bella Starr talks about her encounters with other famous outlaws of the time, including Jesse James and Cole Younger. She also describes her relationships with various men, including her second husband, Jim Reed, who was also a notorious outlaw.The book is filled with thrilling tales of gunfights, robberies, and narrow escapes from the law. It also provides a unique insight into the life of a female outlaw in a time when women were expected to be homemakers and not criminals.Overall, Bella Starr The Bandit Queen: Or The Female Jesse James is a fascinating read for anyone interested in the history of the Wild West and the lives of notorious outlaws.A Full And Authentic History Of The Dashing Female Highwayman With Copious Extracts From Her Journal.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.