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Wyatt Earp

(March 19, 1848 - January 13, 1929)



Drawing by Richard Florence

One of the most chronicled characters of the Old West, many people find him an interesting and pivotal person of western history.

He was, however, a self-centered and braggadocio person (my opinion). There are western history lawmen whose life and careers were much more interesting.

Wyatt Earp would have been merely a footnote in western history if not for a brief gunfight brought on by a domineering attitude toward all people. I'm (here comes another opinion) tired of all the attention Wyatt Earp attracts via movies, TV shows and books.

Books about Wyatt Earp
Wyatt Earp's Tombstone Vendetta by Glenn G. Boyer
Glenn Boyer has come under attack for possibly using fiction rather than fact. Read any of his books with caution.
Wyatt Earp: The Life Behind the Legend by Casey Tefertiller
This is one of the worst books I have ever read. The use of dubious sources, sources that post date the release of Stuart Lake's book and misleading prose, Tefertiller tries to substantiate the Earp legend. However, I do believe that Tefertiller is in pursuit of the truth about Wyatt - even if that truth may not be flattering.
And Die in the West by Paula Mitchell Marks
This is a good book explaining Wyatt Earp's Tombstone years. This book has all stories and tales from both sides and sorts them out nicely. My only minor complaint would be the lack of footnotes in a few places.

Related Web Page Link

Clanton Gang
An interesting web page by a relative of the famous Clantons. Lots of information about the people who made Tombstone notorious. Provides a perspective not often achieved in western history.
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