Summary
Jesse James may be the most famous outlaw from the wild days of the Old West. He began his career during the Civil War, as part of a group of Southern-supporting guerrilla fighters in his native Missouri. After the war, James turned his hand to crime, becoming one of the leaders of the famous James-Younger Gang, along with his brother, Frank, and another set of brothers, the Youngers. These bandits became notorious for their bold robberies of banks, stagecoaches, and railroads around Missouri, but James was never taken prisoner despite years of manhunts for him. James's legendary career ended when he was betrayed and murdered by Robert Ford, a member of his gang. Jesse James is an action-packed biography that illustrates why his daring exploits are still fascinating more than a century after his death.
About the Author(s)
Adam Woog has written many books for adults, young adults, and children. He has a special interest in history and biography. Woog lives in Seattle, Washington with his family.