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Wild Bill: The True Story of the American Frontier's First Gunfighter (Book Notes)

A compelling and well-researched biography that brings to life one of the most legendary figures of the American West.

Deadwood (Script)

Download and read the western television series scripts.

True Grit (Book Notes)

A masterfully written Western novel that defies genre conventions through its sharp prose, memorable characters, and exploration of timeless themes.

True Grit (Script)

Download and read the 2010 western movie script.

Queen of All Mayhem: The Blood-Soaked Life and Mysterious Death of Belle Starr, the Most Dangerous Woman in the West (Book Notes)

An engaging and well-researched biography of a woman who resisted social expectations to become a notorious female outlaw.

Desperadoes (Book Notes)

A compelling historical novel that offers a richly detailed, nuanced portrayal of the Dalton Gang and the violent world of the American frontier.

Godless (Script)

Download and read the 2017 western limited series scripts.

Shotguns and Stagecoaches: The Brave Men Who Rode for Wells Fargo in the Wild West (Book Notes)

An engaging and well-researched tribute to the unsung heroes who rode for Wells Fargo, blending historical authenticity with the excitement of the Western genre.

Cattle Kingdom: The Hidden History of the Cowboy West (Book Notes)

The rise and fall of the American cattle industry during the late 19th century, and the story of the cowboy.

The English (Script)

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1883 (Script)

Download and read the 2021 western limited series script.

Texas Rising: The Epic True Story of the Lone Star Republic and the Rise of the Texas Rangers, 1836-1846 (Book Notes)

For readers interested in military history and the mythos of the Texas Rangers, Texas Rising offers a fascinating and action-packed account of the Republic of Texas.

Texas Rising (Script)

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The Alamo [1960] (Script)

Download and read the 1960 western, action, war movie script.

The Blood of Heroes: The 13-Day Struggle for the Alamo - and the Sacrifice That Forged a Nation (Book Notes)

The book blends thorough historical research and engaging storytelling to create a detailed and emotionally resonant account of battle of the Alamo, and the men who fought there.

Battle of the Alamo (Historical Reprint/Book Excerpt)

The Battle of the Alamo in 1836, was a pivotal event in the Texas Revolution.

Tombstone: The Earp Brothers, Doc Holliday and the Vendetta Ride from Hell (Book Notes)

A richly detailed and exciting narrative that sheds light on one of the most famous events in American history - the Gunfight at the O.K. Corral.

Tombstone (Script)

Download and read the 1993 western feature film script.

The Making of Tombstone: Behind the Scenes of the Classic Modern Western (Book Notes)

A comprehensive and engaging tribute to the creation of one of the most beloved Westerns of all time.

Wyatt Earp (Script)

Download and read the 1994 western feature film script.

The Summer of 1876: Outlaws, Lawmen, and Legends in the Season That Defined the American West (Book Notes)

Larger-than-life stories of the wild west - from notorious outlaws like Jesse James and legendary lawmen such as Wyatt Earp to Belle Starr and Wild Bill Hickok.

Billy the Kid: The Endless Ride (Book Notes)

William H. Bonney became a symbol of the lawlessness of the American West during the late 19th century.

Young Guns (Script)

Download and read the 1988 western feature film script.

Billy the Kid (TV Notes)

A well-crafted and engaging historical drama that offers a fresh perspective on the life of one of America's most iconic outlaws.

Billy the Kid (Script)

Download and read the 2022 western series season one scripts.