Notorious San Juans:: Wicked Tales from Ouray, San Juan and La Plata Counties

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Set against the backdrop of the San Juans, this collection of tales reveals a rich tapestry of frontier life filled with mystery and historical intrigue. It explores events like the shooting of a Secret Service agent and the misadventures of Kid Adams, a struggling highwayman. Drawing from local newspapers, the stories encompass range wars, cattle rustling, lynchings, and the lives of colorful characters, including feisty women and notorious newsmen. Carol Turner captures the rowdy essence of a tumultuous era in this captivating narrative.