I’m reading volume one now. Looks like there are three volumes. And an abridged version.

The Last Lion volumes 1-3 by William Manchester. Biography of Churchill. Each book is close to 1000 pages but they are well worth the read. Not only very interesting to learn what made Churchill tick, but those around him. Learned more about how WWII started through these books than I ever did anywhere else.

They are pricey! I’ll keep an eye out for used ones. But, they look very interesting.

Ive read most of the books mentioned and they are all great reads.

I recommend "Scalps and Tomahawks" by Fredrick Drimmer. It is first-hand accounts of Indian captives from 1750-1870. It was later published under the title "Captured by the Indians" the latter version has been edited to be a little "softer". The latter is also easier to find and is cheaper. It is 15 stories and loaded with information about the Eastern Indians that is hard to find anywhere else, especially in something so exciting and enjoyable to read.

Wow, up to $600!!! I did order a used Heat Thirst and Ivory. But under $100

Bury my heart at wounded knee-by Dee Brown.

Those big money ones are first editions. Trade copies should be $100 or less. Regardless, offer still stands!

Scout, can’t wait to hear what you think of the book. It’s truly a phenomenal read.

"Unintended Consequences" this is a great read as to what might happen if the GOV ever comes after firearms. Lots of history and details and a darn good story.

Connecticut Yankee In King Arthur's Court by Samuel Clemens
The Education of Little Tree by Forrest Carter

I have always preferred nonfiction. Autobiographies, then biographies, and historical accounts of real events, and history both specific and in general.

My library card is very worn. Even though the internet is fantastic, the library is still essential. My local small rural library belongs to a consortium of approximately. 150 libraries. These libraries all participate in a combined resource list file that is searchable on the internet. It is an amazing resource.

Last winter, I checked out many books on the history of the Hudson’s Bay Company. Fascinating history of a company, a continent, two major countries, and a few other countries as well. Also included was the modern history of trapping in North America and the development of the international fur trade. I say modern history in order to not disrespect the already present indigenous people, later referred to as the Indians.

Where I grew up was a very significant are to the Indians. Many documented conflicts were fought and the area is rich in place names provided by the Indians. There were quite a few artifacts found, but they seem to have all been found.

Lots of times you can get a book through inter-library loan(ask your librarian). I have a request in for Heat,thirst and ivory.

Yes, I think that is what Willy is also talking about. It is nice being able to search the whole library system for a book. You put a hold online, it is reserved and sent to your local library, then text, email or call when it is ready for pick up.

I was able to get this book on loan through interlibrary

I'm about half way through this book? Your in for a treat. Everything he wrote about in this book was before he was 15-16 years old!

Even though the internet is wonderful, reading an actual book is very worthwhile. However, I also enjoy the recorded books on cd. It seems that many books are available in that format. It is another enjoyable flavor of literature.

There are a series of books written by Patrick McManus. He was a long term staff writer for Field & Stream magazine and an English professor. His column was called Exit Laughing. The books are fictional stories about a kid’s outdoor adventures growing up in rural Idaho - autobiographical. These books are hilarious and designed to be enjoyable by folks of all ages. We used to go on some good road trips and would take the books along and wife and son would take turns reading aloud. Of course they would ham up the already funny stories. Also great reading aloud in the long winter. (We did not have cable, satellite, or an antenna for television.)

Pat McManus-Outdoor Life-The Last Laugh

I have two copies of his entire series, one collection for home and one for at camp. There are ten books I believe. I love McManus's style and sense of humor. Another author that comes close is Bill Heavy. He used to write, and maybe still does write the humor column for Field and Stream. He has published a few books as well, I own at least one.

I'm old school, I like reading actual books. I will listen to audio books while traveling but never got into reading them on an electronic reader. I don't belong to a library either, I collect books. Although I may have to soon join one, I'm running out of room! I can't imagine giving a good book back, I'd have to own it!

Anyhow, my recommendation for today is Robert Ruark's "The Old Man and the Boy." It's one of my favorites.

Death in the Long Grass by Peter Hathaway Capstick. And then the rest of His books. Great Writing!!!

Outlaw by Jeff Long. Out of print. Our downtown library has a copy in reference they let me read but I had to leave my drivers license with the counter as long as I had it. I was able to buy a copy online. May be of greater interest to local trappers since we know the locations very well . Kind of a different point of view from Give a Boy a Gun. I read it every few years.

My wife and I have listened to the Joe Pickett series by C.J. Box together about a WY Game Warden, you get to know the whole family by the time your done with them. A few things at fault, but good fiction.