Wyatt Earp: The Life Behind the Legend
This meticulously researched biography delivers the most complete and accurate account of Wyatt Earp's life and career as an Old West lawman. Casey Tefertiller, former writer for the San Francisco Examiner, presents a comprehensive examination of one of America's most legendary figures, separating historical fact from frontier mythology.
Definitive Historical Account
This work stands as the culmination of extensive research into Wyatt Earp's colorful career, offering readers an unprecedented look at the development of both the man and the legend. The book chronicles Earp's role in crime and politics throughout the Arizona territory, with particular focus on the Tombstone era that cemented his place in American history.
The narrative examines how the Earp brothers influenced law enforcement in the American frontier, providing context for their actions and decisions during one of the West's most turbulent periods. Readers gain insight into the complex political and social dynamics of 19th and early 20th century frontier life.
Critical Acclaim
"Quite impressive. I doubt if there has been or will be a more deeply researched and convincing account." --Evan Connell, author Son of the Morning Star: Custer and the Little Bighorn
"The book to end all Earp books--the most complete, and most meticulously researched." --Jack Burrows, author John Ringo: The Gunfighter Who Never Was
"The most thoughtful, well-researched, and comprehensive account that has been written about the development and career of an Old-West lawman." --The Tombstone Tumbleweed
"A great adventure story, and solid history." --Kirkus Reviews
"A major contribution to the history of the American West. It provides the first complete and accurate look at Wyatt Earp's colorful career, and places into context the important role that he and his brothers played in crime and politics in the Arizona territory. This important book rises above the realm of Western biography and shows the development of the Earp story in history and myth, and its effect on American culture." --John Boessenecker, author Gold Dust and Gunsmoke
"The ultimate Wyatt Earp book." --Professor Richard Brown, University of Oregon
