Give A Boy A Gun by Jack Olsen

Give a Boy a Gun by Jack Olsen

In the 1960s, a young Ohioan, seeking escape from the draft and yearning for the cowboy mystique, drifted west. He immersed himself in the life of mountain ranches and dusty desert towns before disappearing into the untamed wilderness, embracing the outlaw life of a renegade poacher. His name: Claude Lafayette Dallas, Jr. In January 1981, he gunned down two lawmen, igniting a national controversy. Award-winning author Jack Olsen delves into the true story of Dallas, a man seen by some as a cold-blooded murderer and by others as a symbol of the vanishing West. Give a Boy a Gun is a gripping, no-holds-barred account of a killing, a relentless manhunt, and a trial that stunned the nation.

Why You'll Love This Book

True crime enthusiasts and readers fascinated by the mythology of the American West will find Give a Boy a Gun utterly compelling. Olsen's masterful storytelling brings the complex figure of Claude Dallas to life, exploring the forces that shaped him and the events that led to the shocking crime. This book offers a deep dive into the clash between individual freedom and the law, the allure of the wilderness, and the enduring legacy of the Wild West. If you enjoy true stories that challenge your perceptions and leave you pondering the nature of justice, this book is a must-read.