Weird but True Stories from the American Old West

Strange and Bizarre Tales from the Frontier, 1865–1895

De: The Practical Atlas

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Weird but True Stories from the American Old West: Strange and Bizarre Tales from the Frontier, 1865–1895 is a thrilling journey through the most unusual, mysterious, and downright bizarre real-life stories to come out of the Wild West. From haunted saloon pianos and vanishing mining towns to storm-riding cowboys and a decapitated outlaw whose ghost still roams the gallows, this captivating collection brings to life the stranger side of frontier history.

Every chapter reveals a unique tale rooted in actual accounts, period newspapers, or enduring local legends—all set west of the Mississippi between 1865 and 1895. Whether you're a fan of true crime, ghost stories, American folklore, or weird history, these unforgettable stories shed light on a wilder and weirder West than you've ever imagined.

Perfect for lovers of Western history, the paranormal, and anyone who believes that truth is often stranger than fiction, this book is part of the Weird but True Stories series from The Practical Atlas—your trusted guide to the most fascinating corners of the past.

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It's good for people that don't know a lot of folklore or anything of that manner of fact, if you're looking for extensive less than 10 stories