Roy Bean - C L Sonnichsen - Bog

""Roy Bean: Law West of the Pecos"" is a biography written by C.L. Sonnichsen that tells the story of the legendary Judge Roy Bean. Bean was a saloon owner and self-appointed judge in the late 1800s who became known as the ""Law West of the Pecos"" for his unique brand of justice. The book details Bean's life, from his early years as a troublemaker to his rise to fame as a judge in the Wild West. Sonnichsen explores Bean's relationships with famous figures like Billy the Kid and his controversial rulings, including his use of a law book he found in a ditch to make decisions. The book also delves into Bean's personal life, including his marriage to a much younger woman and his eventual downfall. Overall, ""Roy Bean: Law West of the Pecos"" is a fascinating look at one of the most colorful characters of the Old West.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.