Hands Up! Stories of the Six-Gun Fighters of the Old Wild West Paperback – February 14, 2026

"Hands Up! Stories of the Six-Gun Fighters of the Old Wild West" offers a gripping collection of accounts and historical narratives from the lawless era of the American frontier. Written by Fred E. Sutton, who personally encountered many of the figures described, and co-authored by A.B. MacDonald, this work provides an authentic look at the lives of legendary figures such as Wild Bill Hickok, Billy the Kid, and the Dalton Gang.The book serves as a vivid historical chronicle of the gunfighters, outlaws, and lawmen who defined the mythos of the West. Through dramatic storytelling and personal recollections, the narrative explores the harsh reality of frontier life and the culture of the six-gun. Sutton's accounts go beyond mere legend, offering a glimpse into the actual dangers, motivations, and daily experiences of those who lived on the edge of the law. From high-stakes showdowns to the development of frontier towns, the text captures the raw spirit of a vanishing era in American history. This work remains a significant resource for readers interested in Western lore, true crime, and the foundational stories of the 19th-century American frontier.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you may see the original copyright references, library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world), and other notations in the work.This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.As a reproduction of a historical artifact, this work may contain missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant. Read more