The Kid (novel)
 First edition | |
| Author | Ron Hansen |
|---|---|
| Subject | Billy the Kid |
| Genre | Western novel |
| Publisher | Scribners |
Publication date | 2016 |
| Pages | 320 |
| ISBN | 9781501129759 |
The Kid is a 2016 historical western novel written by Ron Hansen.[1] It is about the iconic American criminal and legendary outlaw of the old West Billy the Kid,[2] and the Lincoln County War in New Mexico.[3]
According to Publishers Weekly, The Kid is "entertaining and lively…an excellent, transportive read".[4]
References[]
- ^ Hagy, Alyson (18 November 2016). "Billy the Kid: The Novel". NY Times. The New York Times Company. Retrieved 18 January 2019.
- ^ "The Kid". Simon & Schuster, Inc. 2016. Retrieved 18 January 2019.
- ^ Saul, John B. (2 October 2016). "Ron Hansen's 'The Kid': a vivid portrait of an American outlaw". Seattle Times. Retrieved 18 January 2019.
- ^ "The Kid". Publishers Weekly. Retrieved 18 January 2019.
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- 2016 American novels
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