Crooked River Country: Wranglers, Rogues, and Barons

by David Braly

Book Overview

Crooked River Country is a sweeping account of north central Oregon's thrilling history, beginning in ancient times but focusing primarily on the period between 1800 and 1950. Bordered by intimidating natural barriers, the rough country and brutal winters produced equally hardy inhabitants. Legends include Billy Chinook, Chief Paulina, Elisha Barnes, James M. Blakely, Newt Williamson, James J. Hill, Johnnie Hudspeth, and Les Schwab.

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• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0874222931
• ISBN13: 9780874222937
• Release Date: December 2007
• Publisher: Washington State University Press
• Length: 344 Pages
• Weight: 1.30 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.9" x 6.3" x 9.0"