Story of the American West weaves together the quintessential elements of the mythic West Indian wars, outlaw shootouts, cattle-sheep conflicts, lynchings, Native American culture and polygamy. Historical narrative and poignant details combine to tell true stories from the perspectives of all the participants. 
The book traces the history and people of east-central Arizona much like James A. Michener did in his fictional work on Centennial, Colorado. Zane Grey, who did more than anyone to create the image of the Old West, visited regularly to collect material for his novels. But the rich details of the region s history are more powerful than fiction. 
Arizona s Indian wars are retold from the point of view of Geronimo, the soldiers and the Apache Scouts who pursued him and a settler whose husband was killed. Outlaw stories range from the jailing of Butch Cassidy to the mortal wounding of a Hispanic Arizona Ranger who lamented leaving his widow only a dollar. The lynching of three young cowboys the historical event behind The Ox-Bow Incident is told from the perspective of the mob and the victims. 
Other characters include Corydon Cooley, who saved a band of friendly Apaches from a massacre; William Flake, an apostate who helped the Latter-day Saints settle five towns; and Alchesay, who killed a rival Apache chief before winning the Medal of Honor. 
Story of the American West tells of Hispanics as Conquistadors, Indian fighters and sheep men. Genetics, language and archaeology are used to trace Native Americans from entry into the New World through development of Hopi and Zuni culture to the arrival of Navajos and Apaches.

Story of the American West, Told Through the Lives of Apaches, Mountain Men, Hispanics, Soldiers, Mormons, Cowboys, Blacks, Outlaws And Others, Who ... One of the Last Untamed Regions of the West

History

Eric Kramer

Carol Sletten

Americas

Sunbelt Publications

Historical characters reach across time to tell poignant stories about their lives in the play Three Strong Western Women. A Mormon handcart pioneer, a Lutheran missionary and an Apache warrior woman describe how they struggled to help others survive hardships and tragedies during dramatic turning points in the history of the American West.  Emma Lee was the 17th plural wife of John D. Lee, the only man to be convicted and executed for the massacre of settlers in the wagon train at Mountain Meadows in Utah. She did many heroic things during her turbulent life, including running Lee s Ferry and saving lives in a tragically ill-timed handcart caravan.  Minnie Guenther, the wife of a Lutheran minister, lived on the Fort Apache Reservation for 61 years. She played a crucial role in helping members of the tribe survive horrific epidemics.  Lozen, a powerful shaman, healer and warrior, rode with Geronimo. She served as an important advisor to her brother, the Apache chief Victorio. She was revered for helping her people evade the enemy and her exceptional skill and bravery in battle.  Three Strong Western Women, a play, which also reads as a fascinating book, has been performed before enthusiastic audiences and received critical acclaim. This book includes the play as well as 17 chapters of historical background to provide insight into the lives and times of these three exceptional women.

Three Strong Western Women

Wolf Water Press

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