INK, CINEMA & HISTORY

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.

Texas Ranger: The Epic Life of Frank Hamer, The Man Who Killed Bonnie and Clyde (the true story depicted in the film "The Highwaymen")

From cattle rustlers, bandits, labor strikes and corruption to the relentless pursuit of Bonnie and Clyde, Texas Ranger takes the reader on a wild ride of the lawman's legendary life.

The Highwaymen (Script)

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The Wettest County in the World (book adapted as the film "Lawless")

The novel is based on the true story of the author's grandfather and great-uncles, who were part of a notorious moonshine gang in Franklin County, Virginia during the Prohibition era.

Lawless (Script)

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The Complete Western Stories of Elmore Leonard (includes "3:10 to Yuma")

A collection of short stories that showcases the talent and range of one of America's greatest writers.

3:10 to Yuma (Script)

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Killers of the Flower Moon: The Osage Murders & the Birth of the FBI (Book Notes)

A powerful and compelling true story that sheds light on an often-overlooked chapter in American history.

Killers of the Flower Moon (Script)

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The Assassination of Jesse James by the Coward Robert Ford (Book Notes)

A gripping novel that delves into the complex relationships, motivations & psychological dynamics surrounding one of the most infamous figures of the American West.

The Assassination of Jesse James by the Coward Robert Ford (Script)

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Billy the Kid: The Endless Ride (the true story depicted in the film "Young Guns")

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

Young Guns (Script)

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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)

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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 Last of the Mohicans (Book Notes)

A timeless historical novel set against the backdrop of the French and Indian War in colonial America.

The Last of the Mohicans (Script)

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Lone Survivor: The Eyewitness Account of Operation Redwing and the Lost Heroes of SEAL Team 10 (Book Notes)

The harrowing true story of US Navy SEAL Marcus Luttrell's experience during Operation Red Wings in Afghanistan in 2005.

Lone Survivor (Script)

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Black Hawk Down: A Story of Modern War (Book Notes)

The true story of the Battle of Mogadishu in 1993.

Black Hawk Down (Script)

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American Sniper: The Autobiography of the Most Lethal Sniper in U.S. History (Book Notes)

A poignant & thought-provoking memoir that provides a firsthand account of the experiences & challenges faced by a Navy SEAL sniper during his deployments in Iraq.

American Sniper (Script)

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Public Enemies: America’s Greatest Crime Wave and the Birth of the FBI, 1933-1934 (Book Notes)

The book is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of organized crime in America.