"Texas, by God"
and the
TWIN TERRITORIES
David
Thanks Leah -
Tue Jul 17, 2012 11:40
68.228.78.212

I don't think he is going to be able to sell me on Curly Bill living until 1909 and surviving Tombstone/Wyatt and especially on having a "more successful life" than Wyatt. In particular, if one takes posthumous fame into account, there is no contest with ANY Old West character in this regard. I am willing to give him a chance and hear (read) him out.

I do agree that reading any of Lee Silva's books would make one a "very happy camper" as he is such an amazing writer. If you have never read his "historical novel" "The Mexican Operation" I would HIGHLY recommend it. Although it has little to do with the "Old West" (one can read his Wyatt Earp series ... for that - he is just putting the finishing touches on the next volume and it should be out within the next year); it should be required reading for anyone living in the Southwestern states and any interest whatsoever in immigration matters. Lee covers the issues involved from both sides of the aisle and really makes one think twice; no matter what ones thoughts were previously. I can promise this book will make the reader at least reconsider their view somewhat, I know it did for me. Lee really shows his stuff in this novel which is just about impossible to put down once you begin the read. I think we all know what a great writer Lee is; one of the best, if not the best, Old West writer alive today. After reading "The Mexican Operation" you may well think the latter.

All My Best to you Leah!

David

PS - Lee is currently reviewing several offers he has had to make "The Mexican Operation" into a movie. I am certain this will happen in the near future as the novel is just begging for that, and has a very important story to tell. I think a TV mini-series would even be better as it is a complex and significant story which may be difficult to portray in a 2 hour movie.

PS2 - I just passed your message on to Mary as she left the house; she sends her love to you and James too.


  • A Westernlore Press simultaneous publication notice — Kevin Mulkins, Mon Jul 16 13:10
    I've been informed, and am passing the information on to all of you, of the simultaneous publication of two books by Westernlore Press in Tucson, Arizona. The books will be available sometime around... more
    • Begs the question: what is a successful life? (nm) — Paul Cool, Tue Jul 17 05:25
      • Success — Randolph W. Farmer, Mon Jul 23 21:00
        Success is different things to different people. I never, in my book, said that Bill Brosius was more successful than Earp...although I could see how people could see it that way. Bill was always... more
        • Mr. Farmer - I was — David, Tue Jul 24 01:01
          wondering what new evidence you have to substantiate the claim that Curly Bill survived Wyatt and was still alive in 1909? My Best. David
          • Evidence — Randolph W. Farmer, Wed Jul 25 17:00
            He died in 1909. As far as evidence, you have to look at all the evidence - in its entirety. The new information in the Westernlore book adds more evidence. Forest, trees, then the leaves.
      • In Curly Bill's case I'd say coming back from the dead... — Allen Barra, Wed Jul 18 19:28
        after Wyatt drilled him.
      • Outliving Wyatt? ; ) (nm) — Leah, Tue Jul 17 09:58
        • In that case, CB's alleged 1909 wouldn't qualify him — Paul Cool, Tue Jul 17 10:08
          I suppose being the best rustler one can be would make Ma Barker proud, but I will be interested to see what criteria are found in the book. Wyatt ended up without a pot of money, without a marshal's ... more
          • I know, I know , I just couldn't resist. — Leah, Tue Jul 17 10:19
            Perhaps a better way of saying it would have been "Outliving when Wyatt said he did". I was trying to type it out on my phone on the way to work, on a bus without my morning coffee. Truly not at my... more
    • Thanks Kevin, — David, Mon Jul 16 20:39
      but what is this Curly Bill 1909 (and cattle "dealer")? My Best. David
      • Perfect Silence: Curly Bill Brosius and The Invisible Empire — Leah, Tue Jul 17 10:04
        David, I think that you will enjoy Randy's work. I have had the E version for about a year and it is extremily well done. The Hardback will be fully footnoted etc. ( a difficulty with the E version). ... more
        • Thanks Leah - — David, Tue Jul 17 11:40
          • David, another eye opening book about the border is — kevin Mulkins, Tue Jul 17 15:48
            "The Reaper's Line" by Lee Morgan. An excellent book about what is really going on at the border. Kevin
            • Lee Morgan's book. — Jim Groom, Tue Jul 17 23:32
              I have my name on the readers list at our local library. It will be a month or two before I can get my turn. I just checked out some of the comments posted on Amazon regarding the book. Strong... more
              • Jim, are you saying because of this... — Kevin Mulkins, Wed Jul 18 07:30
                the book may be inaccurate? Interesting, unfortunately in just about every book there are inaccuracies...don't you think? Kevin
                • Absolutely not. However, it is — Jim Groom, Wed Jul 18 12:37
                  interesting that the author (or Amazon) is pushing a debunked urban legend and myth regarding that tower idiot. It would not have taken much effort by either of them to realize that this part of the... more
                  • Jim, that has to be a Amazon editorial review error. — Kevin Mulkins, Wed Jul 18 13:39
                    As I recall the book itself had the author saying, about the Marine who taught him how to shoot, "my pseudo big brother went on to infamously enter history books as the Texas Tower Sniper." I'm... more
            • Lee Morgan's book. — Jim Groom, Tue Jul 17 23:29
              I have my name on the readers list at our local library. It will be a month or two before I can get my turn. I just checked out some of the comments posted on Amazon regarding the book. Strong... more
            • Kevin, I have also heard — David , Tue Jul 17 21:01
              that Leon Metz book "Border:..." is another great one on the topic and one I hope I am eventually able to get to. Lee's book is definitely a great place to start for anyone interested in the subject, ... more
        • Curly Bill: Horse Thief etc. — Leah, Tue Jul 17 10:10
          I got a bit ahead of myself there, LOL. But I expect that the new book is based on much of the similar information as Invisible Empire. I look forward to both books. Leah
      • David, I haven't read the books but... — Kevin Mulkins, Mon Jul 16 21:12
        they, in my opinion, may imply that Curly Bill lived and prospered. I don't know about you but I'm intrigued! Many say that CB left Tombstone and was not killed by WE. These books just might provide... more
        • Thanks Kevin, I hope — David, Tue Jul 17 11:47
          there is something new here too and not just the same old lame unbelievable worn out arguments that never seem to have any substance. My Best to You and Bev! David
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