Shot All to Hell : Jesse James, the Northfield Raid, and the Wild West's Greatest Escape

from msf59

In the summer of 1876, the James/Younger gang robbed a bank in Northfield, Minnesota. A spectacular shootout commenced, that the gang did not expect, followed by a breath-taking escape and ending with a massive manhunt. I love reading stories about the Old West and this one really delivers. I lea...

from jimmoz

Provides both background to the gang, and how they each ended up. A fast read. Since they had had little resistance in prior robberies, they poorly assumed that they could dress outlandishly and attract attention, and yet cause no suspicion when they initiated the robbery.

from larryerick

This was a very pleasant surprise. This was thought to be a history book of sorts, but it would not be unexpected if it had been a breezy and rather superficial repeat of well know Americana. Most people have seen at least some rendering of Jesse James as a notorious outlaw, but this is indeed a ...

from Philip100

It's a well researched and well written book. It held my attention from start to finish. I would recommend its reading to all lovers of the old west or robbers of that time.

from jztemple

Gardner's "Shot All To Hell" is a fast paced story, cleanly written without excess stylish touches. It is great storytelling and it is evident that the author has done extensive research of the story. The robbery is related with great and fascinating detail. And the research is also seen in the d...