Eyewitness: Wild West

DK Eyewitness Books

by Stuart Murray

Featuring an extra-sturdy library binding! Here is an original and exciting new guide to the fascinating story of the American West. Superb color illustrations offer a unique and revealing eyewitness view of this rich history. See Jim Bowie's famous knife, a Pony Express rider's saddle bag, a Pawnee warrior's shield, a goldminer's scale, and a Wells, Fargo stagecoach. Learn how sod houses were built, who was called Little Sure Shot, how Geronimo was finally captured, who the Buffalo soldiers were, what was the Golden Spike, and what Seeing the elephant means. Discover the dangers of a trail drive, how Buffalo Bill got his name, how Custer was defeated, how to pan for gold, who the mountain men were, and much, much more.

Genres: History

64 pages, Library Binding

First published January 1, 2001

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Reviews

[Little Timmy · Rating 5 out of 5]

Yes I know these are aimed at a younger audience but i just love reading them. Excellent layout of pics and text and tons of good information. Highly recommended

[Suzanne · Rating 4 out of 5]

Excellent style of reference for students wishing to know a myriad of facts, information, illustrations & about the lifestyle of the Wild West of USA.

[Paige Spychalski · Rating 5 out of 5]

I didn't know much about the Wild West until I read this book! There were images and facts that were very interesting and I learned a lot. Photos that were taken in real time givens the reality of what the Wild West used to be. The book was split up into sections such as "The spirit of Native America", The calvarymen", and "pushing westward" just to name a few.

I think this is an easy book for children to learn and get good information from. Another advanced book that is similar to any eyewitness book. I think for any kind of reading projects, this would be a great book for that too! These types of books are great for keeping around even as an adult!The language and naming of cities is where children learn more sophisticated language.

[Stacy Rose · Rating 4 out of 5]

I love these Eyewitness books. I'm boning up on the Old West to work at Cub Scout Day Camp.