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Tombstone- An Iliad of the Southwest

Tombstone- An Iliad of the Southwest

By: Walter Noble Burns
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 First published in 1927, Tombstone vividly captures the legendary life of lawman and gunfighter Wyatt Earp. Blending fact with fiction, Walter Noble Burnss compelling portrayal of Earp has left a lasting mark on historians, novelists, and filmmakers alike. Yet, this remarkable book dives deeper than just the Earp brothers, introducing readers to a vibrant cast of characters such as Curly Bill, John Slaughter, Indian Charlie, Coyote Smith, and John Ringo. Crafted through meticulous research and interviews with the old-timers who experienced Tombstones wild days firsthand, this essential work brings the tumultuous history of Arizonas famed town to life. - Summary by Dale BarkleyCopyright Nature and Animals Art Literary History & Criticism True Crime World
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  • 023 - Sunshine and Peace

    023 - Sunshine and Peace
    Feb 3 2026
    First published in 1927, Tombstone vividly captures the legendary life of lawman and gunfighter Wyatt Earp. Blending fact with fiction, Walter Noble Burnss compelling portrayal of Earp has left a lasting mark on historians, novelists, and filmmakers alike. Yet, this remarkable book dives deeper than just the Earp brothers, introducing readers to a vibrant cast of characters such as Curly Bill, John Slaughter, Indian Charlie, Coyote Smith, and John Ringo. Crafted through meticulous research and interviews with the old-timers who experienced Tombstones wild days firsthand, this essential work brings the tumultuous history of Arizonas famed town to life. - Summary by Dale Barkley
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    18 mins
  • 022 - Hands Up

    022 - Hands Up
    Feb 3 2026
    First published in 1927, Tombstone vividly captures the legendary life of lawman and gunfighter Wyatt Earp. Blending fact with fiction, Walter Noble Burnss compelling portrayal of Earp has left a lasting mark on historians, novelists, and filmmakers alike. Yet, this remarkable book dives deeper than just the Earp brothers, introducing readers to a vibrant cast of characters such as Curly Bill, John Slaughter, Indian Charlie, Coyote Smith, and John Ringo. Crafted through meticulous research and interviews with the old-timers who experienced Tombstones wild days firsthand, this essential work brings the tumultuous history of Arizonas famed town to life. - Summary by Dale Barkley
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    27 mins
  • 021 - Patchy

    021 - Patchy
    Feb 3 2026
    First published in 1927, Tombstone vividly captures the legendary life of lawman and gunfighter Wyatt Earp. Blending fact with fiction, Walter Noble Burnss compelling portrayal of Earp has left a lasting mark on historians, novelists, and filmmakers alike. Yet, this remarkable book dives deeper than just the Earp brothers, introducing readers to a vibrant cast of characters such as Curly Bill, John Slaughter, Indian Charlie, Coyote Smith, and John Ringo. Crafted through meticulous research and interviews with the old-timers who experienced Tombstones wild days firsthand, this essential work brings the tumultuous history of Arizonas famed town to life. - Summary by Dale Barkley
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    28 mins
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