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Bold frontier true-crime account of a feared band A fearless investigator details the rise and operations of the Banditti of the Prairies along the upper Mississippi, exposing their daring robberies and murders.
In this historical narrative, the author traces a wide web of criminals who exploited vast frontiers to escape law and pursuit. The tale covers dramatic cases, from murders to bold heists, and the pursuit, capture, and trials that followed. It presents a blunt view of frontier justice, warning that not all who claimed power wore law’s badge.
- Learn how outlaw gangs organized their raids and how families and communities responded under pressure
- Follow the pursuit and legal processes that sought to bring killers to justice
- Meet real names, places, and methods used in 19th-century crime on the American frontier
- See the dangers and moral questions raised by a time of unsettled law and rough justice
Ideal for readers of historical true crime and early American frontier history, this edition offers a straightforward account of a notorious period and the people who tried to contain it.
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The Banditti of the Prairies a Tale of the Mississippi Valley (Classic Reprint)
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Paperback. Etat : New. Print on Demand. This book delves into the shadowy world of the American frontier, specifically the Mississippi Valley, during the mid-19th century. The author vividly portrays a region grappling with lawlessness and violence, where organized gangs of bandits terrorized communities, leaving a trail of robberies and murders in their wake. The narrative unfolds against the backdrop of a society struggling to establish order and justice, often resorting to vigilante justice in the absence of effective law enforcement. Central to the story is the rise and fall of the Mormon community in Nauvoo, Illinois. The author explores the complex relationship between the Mormons and the surrounding communities, highlighting the escalating tensions and conflicts arising from accusations of criminality and the Mormons' defiance of legal authorities. The book delves into the events leading to the assassination of Joseph Smith, the Mormon prophet, and the subsequent impact on the Mormon community and the broader region. Through detailed accounts of specific crimes and the pursuit of justice, the author explores themes of morality, law and order, and the challenges of establishing a civilized society in the face of rampant lawlessness. The book offers a glimpse into a turbulent period in American history, shedding light on the complexities and contradictions of frontier life. Ultimately, this book provides a thought-provoking exploration of the human capacity for both violence and resilience, leaving readers with a deeper understanding of the forces that shaped the American frontier. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. N° de réf. du vendeur 9781330856772_0
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PAP. Etat : New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. N° de réf. du vendeur LW-9781330856772
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