Bass Reeves – Against All Odds

Bass Reeves was one bad brotha. He defied the odds by surviving slavery, immersed himself in Native American culture and learned to live on the land in Oklahoma. Even though Reeves couldn’t read or write, Judge Isaac C. Parker hired him as a U.S. Deputy Marshal. Reeves took his job to heart and in his 32 year career became the most decorated marshal of his time. Take some time to gain knowledge about an American icon that just happens to be African American.

Nelson clearly demonstrates her love for this piece of history in this picture book. The story is reinforced with clearly defined ‘Western Words’, timeline of events, further reading and websites, more about Judge Isaac C. Parker and Indian Territory, notes about the research to create the book and the authors love of western movies. BAD NEWS FOR OUTLAWS: THE REMARKABLE LIFE OF BASS REEVES, DEPUTY U. S. MARSHAL is more than a children’s picture book – its history that springs to life. Even though I was introduced to Nelson and Bass Reeves during Black History Month this is a story that should be learned and told throughout the year. A must read about a true American hero.

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Please Note: This book was purchased after attending a lecture by the author.