Learn about a few historical figures in ‘Black Heroes of the Wild West’
I can’t say I was that into history as a kid. As an adult, I have gotten more interested in it. So when I heard there were graphic novels based on historical figures, I jumped at the chance to read them. When I heard about Black Heroes of the Wild West I couldn’t wait to read it. I was able to get a digital copy of this graphic novel and this is my thoughts on it.
You can read the plot for Black Heroes of the Wild West here:
This graphic novel by celebrates the extraordinary true tales of three black heroes who took control of their destinies and stood up for their communities in the Old West. Born into slavery in Tennessee, Mary Fields became famous as “Stagecoach Mary,” a cigar-chomping, card playing coach driver who never missed a delivery. Bass Reeves, the first black Deputy US Marshal west of the Mississippi, was one of the wiliest lawmen in the territories, bringing thousands of outlaws to justice with his smarts. Bob Lemmons lived to be 99 years old and was so good with horses that the wild mustangs on the plains of Texas took him for one of their own.
I had a great time reading this graphic novel. Each story was a blast to read, and gave me a glimpse into the lives of these historical figures. A part of me wishes the stories had been longer, but other than that I had a lot of fun reading them. This may not be a graphic novel for everyone, but some readers are sure to enjoy it.
Black Heroes of the Wild West is available now. You can order this graphic novel on Amazon and at Barnes and Noble.
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