Bad News for Outlaws: The Remarkable Life of Bass Reeves, Deputy U.S. Marshal

Bass Reeves was born into slavery in 1838, but he escaped during the Civil War and later became a deputy U.S. marshal. Devoted to serving justice, Reeves used clever disguises, incredible sharp-shooting skills, and plain old courage to nab some of the nastiest outlaws in the Indian Territory. Glossary. Time line. Further reading. Notes about Judge Isaac C. Parker and Indian Territory. Bibliography. Author’s note. Full-color illustrations. Winner of the 2010 Coretta Scott King Award. A 2010 ALA Notable Children’s Book.