Notorious San Juans: Wicked Tales from Ouray, San Juan & La Plata Counties

Autori

• Carol Turner

Parametri

• 146 pagine
• 6 ore di lettura

• Tema stórico

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Set against the backdrop of the San Juan Mountains, this collection of tales delves into the region's tumultuous history filled with crime, conflict, and colorful characters. From the shooting of a Secret Service agent to the misadventures of a hapless highwayman, the stories reveal the gritty realities of frontier life, including range wars, cattle rustling, and lynchings. Drawn from historical newspapers, these narratives highlight the struggles of ranchers, the drama of stagecoach rides, and the complexities of human relationships in a lawless landscape.

Lingua: Inglese

Pubblicato: 2011

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