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Book Lucky Billy

    Book Details:
  • Author : John Vernon
  • Publisher : Houghton Mifflin Harcourt
  • Release : 2008
  • ISBN : 9780547074238
  • Pages : 312 pages

Download or read book Lucky Billy written by John Vernon and published by Houghton Mifflin Harcourt. This book was released on 2008 with total page 312 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A myth-busting novel about America’s most infamous and beloved outlaw, Billy the Kid, from a critically acclaimed historical novelist According to legend, Billy the Kid killed twenty-one men, one for every year of his short life; stole from wealthy cattle barons to give to the po∨ and wooed just about every senorita in the American Southwest. In Lucky Billy, John Vernon digs deeply into the historical record to find a truth more remarkable than the legend, and draws a fresh, nuanced portrait of this outlaw’s dramatic and violent life. Billy the Kid met his celebrated end at the hands of Pat Garrett, his one-time carousing partner turned sheriff, who tracked Billy down after the jail break that made him famous. In Vernon’s telling, the crucial event of Billy’s life was the Lincoln County War, a conflict between a ring of Irishmen in control of Lincoln, New Mexico, and a newcomer from England, John Tunstall, who wanted to break their grip on the town. Billy signed on with Tunstall. The conflict spun out of control with Tunstall’s murder, and in a series of revenge killings, an obscure hired gunman called Kid Antrim became Billy the Kid. Besides a full complement of gunfights, jail breaks, and bawdy behavior, Lucky Billy is a provocative picture of the West at a critical juncture between old and new. It is also a portrait of an American icon made human, caught in the middle, more lost than brave, more nadve than principled, more of an accidental survivor than simply the cold-blooded killer of American myth.

Book Lucky Billy

    Book Details:
  • Author : John Vernon
  • Publisher : HarperCollins
  • Release : 2008-11-03
  • ISBN : 0547523718
  • Pages : 309 pages

Download or read book Lucky Billy written by John Vernon and published by HarperCollins. This book was released on 2008-11-03 with total page 309 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A myth-busting novel about America’s most infamous and beloved outlaw, Billy the Kid, from a critically acclaimed historical novelist According to legend, Billy the Kid killed twenty-one men, one for every year of his short life; stole from wealthy cattle barons to give to the poor; and wooed just about every senorita in the American Southwest. In Lucky Billy, John Vernon digs deeply into the historical record to find a truth more remarkable than the legend, and draws a fresh, nuanced portrait of this outlaw’s dramatic and violent life. Billy the Kid met his celebrated end at the hands of Pat Garrett, his one-time carousing partner turned sheriff, who tracked Billy down after the jail break that made him famous. In Vernon’s telling, the crucial event of Billy’s life was the Lincoln County War, a conflict between a ring of Irishmen in control of Lincoln, New Mexico, and a newcomer from England, John Tunstall, who wanted to break their grip on the town. Billy signed on with Tunstall. The conflict spun out of control with Tunstall’s murder, and in a series of revenge killings, an obscure hired gunman called Kid Antrim became Billy the Kid. Besides a full complement of gunfights, jail breaks, and bawdy behavior, Lucky Billy is a provocative picture of the West at a critical juncture between old and new. It is also a portrait of an American icon made human, caught in the middle, more lost than brave, more nadve than principled, more of an accidental survivor than simply the cold-blooded killer of American myth.

Book Lucky Luke   Volume 1   Billy The Kid

Download or read book Lucky Luke Volume 1 Billy The Kid written by Morris and published by Cinebook. This book was released on 2012-11-22T00:00:00+01:00 with total page 50 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Lucky Luke is a one-hundred-percent real hero of the Old West. He is squarely on the side of the law and dedicates his life to seeing that justice is done. He travels around delivering it wherever he goes, accompanied by his faithful companion, Jolly Jumper.Arriving at Fort Weakling, he changes into a formidable bandit. Why?Does his meeting with Billy the Kid, a living legend of the Old West, influence him?

Book Billy the Kid on Film  1911 2012

Download or read book Billy the Kid on Film 1911 2012 written by Johnny D. Boggs and published by McFarland. This book was released on 2013-10-04 with total page 292 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A comprehensive filmography, this book is composed of lengthy entries on about 75 films depicting legendary New Mexico outlaw Billy the Kid--from the lost Billy the Kid (1911) to the blockbuster Young Guns (1988) to the direct-to-video 1313: Billy the Kid(2012) and everything in between. Each entry gives a synopsis, cast and credits, critical reception, and a discussion of the events of the films compared to the historical record. Among the entries are made-for-TV and direct-to-video films, foreign movies, and continuing television series in which Billy the Kid made an appearance.

Book Billy Bunny and Daddy Fox

Download or read book Billy Bunny and Daddy Fox written by David Cory and published by BoD - Books on Demand. This book was released on 2023-07-13 with total page 79 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: " In "Billy Bunny and Daddy Fox" by David Cory, embark on a delightful adventure alongside Billy Bunny as he encounters Daddy Fox and the fascinating world of the forest. This charming tale follows Billy Bunny's encounters with Daddy Fox, their playful interactions, and the valuable lessons they learn along the way. As Billy Bunny explores the forest, he crosses paths with Daddy Fox, who initially appears as a potential threat. However, through their interactions, they develop an unexpected friendship and discover the importance of understanding, empathy, and the power of overcoming stereotypes. David Cory's storytelling brings to life the enchanting forest setting, immersing readers in the whimsical world of Billy Bunny and Daddy Fox. Through their playful exchanges and shared experiences, the story imparts lessons about friendship, acceptance, and the beauty of seeing beyond surface appearances. Join Billy Bunny and Daddy Fox as they embark on a heartwarming journey of friendship and discovery, reminding us that kindness and understanding can bridge the gaps between even the most unlikely of companions."

Book Plays of the 19th and 20th Centuries

Download or read book Plays of the 19th and 20th Centuries written by and published by . This book was released on 1916 with total page 506 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Book Our Family Umbrella

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  • Author : Edward Earl Cleveland
  • Publisher :
  • Release : 1896
  • ISBN :
  • Pages : 34 pages

Download or read book Our Family Umbrella written by Edward Earl Cleveland and published by . This book was released on 1896 with total page 34 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Book Snow Ball

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  • Author : W. Burt Emerson
  • Publisher :
  • Release : 1895
  • ISBN :
  • Pages : 26 pages

Download or read book Snow Ball written by W. Burt Emerson and published by . This book was released on 1895 with total page 26 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Book Was It Luck or Destiny  The Incredible  True Story of Billy Earl Beaty

Download or read book Was It Luck or Destiny The Incredible True Story of Billy Earl Beaty written by Billy Earl Beaty and published by Dorrance Publishing. This book was released on 2017-06-20 with total page 34 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Was It Luck or Destiny? The Incredible, True Story of Billy Earl Beaty by Billy Earl Beaty Nine broken bones, six confirmed concussions, and several close brushes with death have left Billy Earl Beaty wondering how he’s still alive. He truly believes God’s angels have protected him, and he’s kept them busy — whether from stupid things he did or stupid things done to him. Come along with Beaty as he retells the adventures of his life, including an attack from ground hornets, leaping from a speeding boat, falling thirty feet from a roof, and several scary close calls while driving. At the end of his story, you might come to believe as the author does — that God loves everyone, whether saint or sinner.

Book Trial of Billy Ranhalt

    Book Details:
  • Author : Clifford D. Cope
  • Publisher : AuthorHouse
  • Release : 2010-04
  • ISBN : 1449011039
  • Pages : 234 pages

Download or read book Trial of Billy Ranhalt written by Clifford D. Cope and published by AuthorHouse. This book was released on 2010-04 with total page 234 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This is the story of Billy Ranhalt, who is struggling with one of the most difficult challenges one can face. He is in defense at a trial within himself as well as in society that came about in the prime of his life. He is being tried for an injury or as some would say illness that can be found in every society throughtout the world. He is guilty before his trial. His offence is almost invisible to himself as well as many others that may suffer from his offence. His injuries are almost invisible to those surrounding him, yet he sees them himself but does not want to see them. Billy Ranhalt tries to overlook the impossible but must face trial. The injury Billy suffered is one that has become more prominent to our society in the past few years with the growing number of war veterans. The character Billy Ranhalt; is a person most people have seen or may see some day within their job, their friends or among family and very well themselves. The intent of this story is to open the eyes and minds of people incurring awareness and respect to those suffering as Billy did from an incurable but not, untreatable suffering. The only cure Billy finds is not what he really wanted, which is carried out by those unwilling or failing to see his injury. The setting takes place in modern day United States, among a typical American family. It has a strong emphasis on a Gulf War veteran, yet similarites found throughout the world in various surrounding. The ending is not a good ending for Billy, his family or friends. However, an ending that foresight and forethought could have been prevented.

Book Billy the Kid

    Book Details:
  • Author : Richard W. Etulain
  • Publisher : University of Oklahoma Press
  • Release : 2020-07-16
  • ISBN : 0806168080
  • Pages : 255 pages

Download or read book Billy the Kid written by Richard W. Etulain and published by University of Oklahoma Press. This book was released on 2020-07-16 with total page 255 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A central character in legends and histories of the Old West, Billy the Kid rivals such western icons as Jesse James and General George Armstrong Custer for the number of books and movies his brief, violent life inspired. Billy the Kid: A Reader’s Guide introduces readers to the most significant of these written and filmed works. Compiled and written by a respected historian of the Old West and author of a masterful new biography of Billy the Kid, this reader’s guide includes summaries and evaluations of biographies, histories, novels, and movies, as well as archival sources and research collections. Surveying newspaper articles, books, pamphlets, essays, and book chapters, Richard W. Etulain traces the shifting views of Billy the Kid from his own era to the present. Etulain’s discussion of novels and movies reveals a similar shift, even as it points out both the historical inaccuracies and the literary and cinematic achievements of these works. A brief section on the authentic and supposed photographs of the Kid demonstrates the difficulties specialists and collectors have encountered in locating dependable photographic sources. This discerning overview will guide readers through the plethora of words and images generated by Billy the Kid’s life and legend over more than a century. It will prove invaluable to those interested in the demigods of the Old West—and in the ever-changing cultural landscape in which they appear to us.

Book Billy McNeill

    Book Details:
  • Author : Alex Gordon
  • Publisher : Black & White Publishing Ltd
  • Release : 2018-08-23
  • ISBN : 1785302256
  • Pages : 276 pages

Download or read book Billy McNeill written by Alex Gordon and published by Black & White Publishing Ltd. This book was released on 2018-08-23 with total page 276 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: What makes a great player? He’s the one who brings out the best in others. When I am saying that I’m talking about Billy McNeill. - JOCK STEIN A unique tribute to Celtic’s greatest ever player. With his entire playing career spent at Celtic, Billy McNeill made 790 appearances between 1958 and 1975, winning the European Cup, 9 Scottish League Championships, 7 Scottish Cups and 6 League Cups. From his 1958 debut against Clyde to the momentous years as player and manager, Billy’s breathtaking journey through the beautiful game – the highs, the lows, the triumphs, the tears – is celebrated here. Celtic’s Chief Executive Peter Lawwell pays his own special tribute to the Parkhead hero along with a Who’s Who of the game’s royalty. They offer unforgettable experiences and wonderful memories of playing with and against Billy McNeill, one of world football’s best-loved men. In Praise of Caesar is a must-read for all Billy McNeill and Celtic fans, and football supporters everywhere.

Book List of Films  Reels and Views Examined

Download or read book List of Films Reels and Views Examined written by Pennsylvania. State Board of Censors of Moving Pictures and published by . This book was released on 1918 with total page 486 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "... containing the names and the disposition made of more than 20,000 pictures, from ... May 15th, 1915, up to the end of the year 1917. This list will be supplemented by further lists presented at the end of each half yearly period."--Pennsylvania. State Board of Censors of Moving Pictures. Report, 1918, p. 7.

Book Tom Fairfield s Pluck and Luck

Download or read book Tom Fairfield s Pluck and Luck written by Allen Chapman and published by BoD - Books on Demand. This book was released on 2023-07-22 with total page 116 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "Tom Fairfield's Pluck and Luck" is a thrilling novel written by Allen Chapman, chronicling the exciting adventures of the courageous young protagonist, Tom Fairfield. In this captivating installment of the series, Tom finds himself facing a challenging situation where he must work tirelessly to clear his name and prove his innocence. The story begins with Tom Fairfield being wrongfully accused of a crime he did not commit. Determined to clear his name and restore his reputation, Tom sets out on a quest to uncover the truth behind the accusations against him. With unwavering determination and unwavering resolve, Tom embarks on a journey that takes him through a series of thrilling and perilous encounters. Throughout his quest, Tom encounters numerous obstacles and adversaries who seek to hinder his progress. Yet, with his pluck and luck, Tom faces each challenge head-on, using his intelligence, bravery, and resourcefulness to overcome every hurdle in his path. As Tom delves deeper into the mystery surrounding the false accusations, he uncovers a web of deceit and intrigue that leads him to unexpected places and introduces him to an eclectic cast of characters. Along the way, he forms new alliances and discovers unlikely allies who assist him in his quest for justice. The novel not only portrays Tom Fairfield's courage and determination but also delves into themes of friendship, loyalty, and the resilience of the human spirit. Throughout his journey, Tom learns the value of trust and the importance of standing up for what is right, even in the face of adversity. As the story unfolds, readers are taken on a thrilling ride filled with twists and turns, culminating in a heart-pounding climax where Tom finally confronts the true culprits behind the false accusations. "Tom Fairfield's Pluck and Luck" is a captivating and fast-paced tale that keeps readers on the edge of their seats from start to finish. Through Tom Fairfield's relentless pursuit of justice, readers are inspired to believe in themselves, stand up for their beliefs, and never lose hope in the face of challenges."

Book List of Films  Reels and Views Examined

Download or read book List of Films Reels and Views Examined written by Penn. State Board of Censors of Motion Pictures and published by . This book was released on 1918 with total page 484 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Book Billy Phelan s Greatest Game

Download or read book Billy Phelan s Greatest Game written by William Kennedy and published by Simon and Schuster. This book was released on 2011-12-22 with total page 261 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Billy Phelan, a slightly tarnished poker player, pool hustler, and small-time bookie, moves through the lurid nighttime glare of a tough Depression-era town. A resourceful man full of Irish pluck, Billy works the fringes of Albany sporting life with his own particular style and private code of honor until he finds himself in the dangerous position of potential go-between in the kidnapping of a political boss's son. In relating Billy's fall from the underworld grace and his storybook redemption, Kennedy captures the seamy underside of a brassy, sweaty city that would prefer to pretend that the Depression doesn't exist.

Book Dead Luck

    Book Details:
  • Author : Gregory Payette
  • Publisher : 8 Flags Publishing, Inc.
  • Release : 2022-01-09
  • ISBN : 1736146580
  • Pages : 327 pages

Download or read book Dead Luck written by Gregory Payette and published by 8 Flags Publishing, Inc.. This book was released on 2022-01-09 with total page 327 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Private Investigator Henry Walsh and his partner, Alex, are at it again with another mystery they may not be able to solve together. Could this case be their last? Former pro football star Ray Rivers swears he had nothing to do with the death of a high school principal found dead in the boy's locker room. But the rumors won't stop, and he'd like Henry and Alex to find who's behind them. The case takes a sharp turn in the wrong direction, before they even get started, when Ray's wife is found murdered in her home. And it doesn't take long for the sheriff's office to take Ray into custody. It's hard for anyone to argue against the evidence the cops have in their hands. But Henry knows it's too soon to jump to conclusions, with so many stones left unturned. Even with his doubts, Henry promises to do whatever he can to clear Ray’s name. But a shocking twist brings the case to a sudden and unexpected halt without resolution. Henry knows it'll take more than just his persistence and an uncanny ability to solve a crime when nobody else can. But this time, he’ll have to go it alone. And if he's not careful, the luck he’s looking for will run out before he finds it…