Publisher's Synopsis
The American West: A Treasury Of Stories, Legends, Narratives, Songs And Ballads Of Western America by William Targ is a comprehensive collection of tales, songs, and legends that capture the essence of the American West. The book is a treasure trove of stories that transport the reader to the rugged and wild landscape of the western frontier, where cowboys, outlaws, and pioneers roamed the land.The book is divided into several sections, each focusing on a different aspect of the West. The sections include stories of the Native American tribes that inhabited the land long before the arrival of European settlers, tales of the pioneers who braved the treacherous journey westward, and stories of the cowboys who worked the ranches and drove cattle across the plains.The book also includes a section on the outlaws and lawmen who made their mark on the West, including famous figures such as Billy the Kid and Wyatt Earp. Additionally, there are sections dedicated to the songs and ballads of the West, which capture the spirit of the frontier and the people who lived there.Overall, The American West: A Treasury Of Stories, Legends, Narratives, Songs And Ballads Of Western America is a must-read for anyone interested in the history and culture of the American West. The book provides a fascinating glimpse into the lives of the people who shaped the region and the stories that have become a part of its rich legacy.This is a new release of the original 1946 edition.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.
