Death Valley Scotty Told Me

Death Valley Scotty Told Me is a memoir written by Eleanor Jordan Houston. The book is a fascinating account of her friendship with Walter Scott, popularly known as Death Valley Scotty, who was a famous con artist and a flamboyant figure in the American West during the early 20th century. The book chronicles the author's journey to Death Valley, where she meets Scotty and becomes his confidante. Through their conversations and adventures, Houston gets to know the man behind the legend and discovers the truth about his life and exploits. Houston's writing is vivid and engaging, transporting readers to the harsh and unforgiving landscape of Death Valley. She captures the essence of Scotty's larger-than-life personality and his ability to charm and deceive people. The book also delves into the history of the American West, with Houston providing detailed accounts of the region's geography, flora and fauna, and the people who inhabited it. Overall, Death Valley Scotty Told Me is a captivating memoir that offers a unique perspective on one of the most fascinating characters in American history. It is a must-read for anyone interested in the Wild West, con artists, or just a good old-fashioned adventure story.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

Author: Eleanor Jordan Houston
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Published: 07/23/2009
Pages: 122
Binding Type: Hardcover
Weight: 0.78lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.44d
ISBN: 9781104852252

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