Encyclopedia of the American West

The American West comes to life in this amazingly comprehensive, fully illustrated A-to-Z encyclopedia covering topics from notorious outlaws to ethnic groups, from Jesse James to the O.K. Corral. Illustrated on practically every page with rare black-and-white photographs, period engravings, and maps, this treasure trove of fascinating facts and valuable information on every conceivable aspect of the American West is an essential reference book for anyone interested in this vital period of American history.