Old West gunfighters will always fascinate a large segment of our population. From the pages of this book (and its 43 stories) spring the grit and daring of over 250 gunfighters. Individuals such as Billy the Kid, Jesse James, Doc Holliday, Luke Short and Butch Cassidy hold a special place in frontier history. They precipitated many captivating stories, as did a host of other characters. Whether they were wearing a badge or running from the law, the gunfighters' exploits live in American history. This book contains a special chapter entitled "Guns and Gunmakers," which details the evolution of firearms through the 19th century.