About the Author

As a practicing criminal lawyer, BILL NEAL spent more than four decades frequenting county courthouses in West Texas and hearing tales of sensational crimes and celebrated trials of bygone years. His work has garnered awards from the National Association for Outlaw and Lawmen History, the West Texas Historical Association, the Writers' League of Texas, and the Western Writers of America. He and his wife, Gayla, live in Abilene, Texas.

Reviews

One of the most original and interesting studies that I have encountered - a prime example of how history at the grass roots can increase our understanding of the history of American violence. - RICHARD MAXWELL BROWN