Roy Bean

Roy Bean: Law West Of The Pecos is a book written by C. L. Sonnichsen that tells the story of one of the most infamous figures in the history of the American West, Judge Roy Bean. Bean was a self-appointed judge and lawman who operated in the lawless frontier town of Langtry, Texas, during the late 19th century. The book explores the life and times of Bean, including his often outrageous and eccentric behavior, as well as his dealings with outlaws, lawmen, and other colorful characters of the era. Sonnichsen provides a detailed account of Bean's rise to power and his eventual downfall, as well as the impact that he had on the development of the American West. The book is a fascinating and entertaining read for anyone interested in the history of the Old West, and provides a unique perspective on one of its most enigmatic figures.This is a new release of the original 1943 edition.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.