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I, Jesse James

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Interesting perspective from a family descendant of one of the most enduring western myths. This treatment recounts family legend and an inside psychological look of a mythical legend who actually existed, not only, as a western hero, but also as a , father, grandfather and great grandfather. Interesting insights on Jesse's fear of death and acceptance of his inevitable fate, his constant search for vindication for his actions as a noble cause, and his incongruous beliefs of love of family and revenge.

The first thing I noticed while reading this book was that there were no lulls in the action. It seems that every part of Jesse's short life was exciting. The author at times makes Jesse out to be almost a saint, but it doesn't interfere with quality of the information that he has provided.

I found this book in Arizona, of all places. It's one of those books that is hard to put down once you start reading it. I have read alot of books about Jesse James but this is one of the very best. I highly recommend it.

An excellent book on a well known subject. Judge Ross (Jesse's great grandson) lived much of his life with Jesse Jr. and tells many unknown & interesting stories. A great read.