How the Wild West Was Won

The book vividly captures the dynamic transformation of the American West from 1800 to 1900, highlighting key figures such as cowboys, gunslingers, and Native Americans. It explores the impact of various institutions like the Pony Express and railroads on the region's settlement and assimilation. Through rich illustrations and comprehensive narratives, Bruce Wexler presents the colorful and tumultuous history of the frontier, encompassing themes of adventure, tragedy, and cultural change during this pivotal century.