Unearth the true history of the American west! Fascinating and educational account of the history of 19th century America and its expansion into the west - Expertly written articles detailing important historical events, including the journey of Lewis and Clark, the accidental discovery of gold in California, the Indian Removal Act, the Homestead Acts, and more - Stunning illustrations , graphics, timelines, and an insightful visual history of the American west from 1865-1890 - Profiles of the time's most notable players, including Billy the Kid, Wyatt Earp, F.J. Turner, President Andrew Jackson, and others As the American Revolution drew to a close and the colonies claimed independence from Britain, the United States' gaze turned west to the vast expanse of land that was seemingly ripe for the taking. After all, according to their Manifest Destiny, it was their God-given right to expand. In this ultimate resource to the American west, you'll uncover the resistance that these enterprising settlers faced, from the Native Americans to the unforgiving terrain. Discover the reality of what life was like on the frontier during the Gilded Age and meet some of the key figures who shaped the legends of the Wild West, including Billy the Kid, Wyatt Earp, Pat Garrett, Doc Holliday, James "Wild Bill" Hickok, and many others. Explore Lewis and Clark's journey into uncharted territory as they discovered the west, learn of the rise and fall of the age of the cowboys, and find out how indigenous tribes suffered at the hands of the western settlers, from wars and legislation that stripped them of their rights, to attempts to crush existing cultures. Learn what it was like to ride The Oregon Trail into the Old West and get the details on the shootout at the OK Corral, the original Wolves of Wall Street, how railways transformed the frontier, and much more. Packed with incredible insight into this historical period from expert contributors, American West makes the perfect gift for any American history buff! American West showcases a visual history of 19th century America and its expansion into the west. Discover the reality of what life was like on the frontier during the Gilded Age and meet some of the key figures in creating the legend of the wild, wild west, including Billy the Kid, Wyatt Earp, and others. Packed with incredible insight into this historical period, this is the perfect guide for anyone who wants to unearth the true history of the American west. A fascinating and historical account of the American west from 1865-1890 - Includes expertly written articles detailing several historical events, from the journey of Lewis and Clark and the discovery of gold to the Indian Removal Act, the Homestead Act, and more - Features stunning illustrations, graphics, timelines, and other insightful visuals - Includes profiles of the time’s most notable players, including FJ Turner, Billy the Kid, President Andrew Jackson, Wyatt Earp, and others A Partial List of the Expert Contributors Alice Barnes-Brown is a writer and editor specializing in travel and history, contributing to Atlas Obscura and BBC History Revealed , among others. Walter Borneman is the author of seven books, most recently Brother's Down: Pearl Harbor and the Fate of the Many Brothers Aboard the USS Arizona . His commentary also appears in the Wall Street Journal , the New York Times , the Washington Post , and more. Dr. Nell Darby is a historian and writer whose PhD is in the history of crime, but who originally trained as a newspaper journalist. Her latest book is titled Sister Sleuths: Female Detectives in Britain , and she has contributed her wisdom to The Guardian , CBS Reality , and more. And many others! LAND OF DISCOVERY Explore Lewis and Clark's journey into uncharted territory COWBOYS OF THE WILD WEST Meet the key figures that shaped the legend of the lawless land NATIVE AMERICANS How westward expansion spelled trouble for indigenous tribes Alice Barnes-Brown is a writer and editor specializing in travel and history, contributing to Atlas Obscura and BBC History Revealed , among others. Walter Borneman is the author of seven books, most recently Brother's Down: Pearl Harbor and the Fate of the Many Brothers Aboard the USS Arizona . His commentary also appears in the Wall Street Journal , the New York Times , the Washington Post , and more. Dr. Nell Darby is a historian and writer whose PhD is in the history of crime, but who originally trained as a newspaper journalist. Her latest book is titled Sister Sleuths: Female Detectives in Britain , and she has contributed her wisdom to The Guardian , CBS Reality , and more.