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Book Synopsis: Coretta Scott King Author Award
Read about the fascinating life of Bass Reeves, who escaped slavery to become the first African American Deputy US Marshal west of the Mississippi. Sitting tall in the saddle, with a wide-brimmed black hat and twin Colt pistols on his belt, Bass Reeves seemed bigger than life. Outlaws feared him. Law-abiding citizens respected him. As a peace officer, he was cunning and fearless. When a lawbreaker heard Bass Reeves had his warrant, he knew it was the end of the trail, because Bass always got his man, dead or alive. He achieved all this in spite of whites who didn't like the notion of a Black lawman. Born into slavery in 1838, Bass had a hard and violent life, but he also had a strong sense of right and wrong that others admired. When Judge Isaac Parker tried to bring law and order to the lawless Indian Territories, he chose Bass to be a Deputy US Marshal. Bass would quickly prove a smart choice. For three decades, Bass was the most feared and respected lawman in the territories. He made more than 3,000 arrests, and though he was a crack shot and a quick draw, he only killed fourteen men in the line of duty. The story of Bass Reeves is the story of a remarkable African American and a remarkable hero of the Old West.
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Discover the incredible true story of Bass Reeves, the first African American Deputy US Marshal west of the Mississippi. In the award-winning book, "Bad News for Outlaws: The Remarkable Life of Bass Reeves", Coretta Scott King Author Award brings you a gripping tale of resilience and bravery.
Immerse yourself in the life of Bass Reeves as he defied the odds and escaped slavery to become a legendary lawman. With his imposing presence, donning a wide-brimmed black hat and armed with twin Colt pistols, Reeves struck fear into the hearts of outlaws and gained the respect of the law-abiding citizens.
What sets Bass Reeves apart is not just his exceptional skills, but his determination to uphold justice in the face of adversity. No matter the color of the criminal's skin or the objections of those who doubted him, Reeves always got his man. He was cunning, he was fearless, and he was unstoppable.
Through the pages of this captivating book, you'll witness the harrowing journey of Bass Reeves, born into slavery in 1838. Despite the hardships he faced, Reeves held onto a strong sense of right and wrong that earned him admiration from others. When Judge Isaac Parker sought to bring law and order to the lawless Indian Territories, he wisely chose Reeves as his Deputy US Marshal.
For over three decades, Bass Reeves ruled the territories with an iron fist, making more than 3,000 arrests and leaving a lasting legacy. Though skilled with a gun and renowned for his quick draw, Reeves took pride in only killing fourteen men in the line of duty. His story reverberates across time, showcasing the triumph of an extraordinary African American hero in the Old West.
Don't miss this opportunity to delve into the remarkable life of Bass Reeves. Get your hands on "Bad News for Outlaws: The Remarkable Life of Bass Reeves" to experience the thrill of the Wild West like never before. Discover the incredible achievements of this unsung legend who defied all odds.
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