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Billy the Kid: The Endless Ride

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The True Story of the Legendary Outlaw

Billy The Kid Billy The Kid: The Endless Ride

Billy the Kid: The Endless Ride

by Michael Wallis

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Billy the Kid was one of the most notorious outlaws of the Wild West. His life was short but action-packed, and his story has been told and retold in countless books, movies, and TV shows. But what was the real Billy the Kid like? And what led him down the path to lawlessness?

Billy the Kid: The Endless Ride is the definitive biography of this American icon. Based on extensive research and interviews with family members and friends, this book provides a fresh perspective on Billy the Kid's life and career. From his humble beginnings in New York City to his violent end in Fort Sumner, New Mexico, Billy the Kid: The Endless Ride tells the complete story of this legendary outlaw.

Billy the Kid was born Henry McCarty in New York City in 1859. His father died when he was young, and his mother remarried and moved the family to Kansas. Billy did not get along with his stepfather, and he soon ran away from home. He drifted around the West, working as a cowboy and a gambler. He also fell in with a gang of outlaws, and he soon became one of their most notorious members.

Billy the Kid was involved in several shootouts and robberies. He was also accused of murder. In 1878, he was arrested and sentenced to death. However, he escaped from jail and went on the run. He was eventually tracked down and killed by Pat Garrett, a former friend and lawman, in 1881.

Billy the Kid was only 21 years old when he was killed. However, he had already become a legend. He was known for his quick wit, his daring exploits, and his skill with a gun. He was also known for his ruthlessness and his lack of mercy. Billy the Kid was a complex and contradictory figure. He was a cold-blooded killer, but he was also a charismatic and likeable man. He was a product of his time and place, and his story is a fascinating glimpse into the American frontier.

Billy the Kid: The Endless Ride is the definitive biography of this American icon. This book is a must-read for anyone interested in the Wild West, outlaws, or American history.