Publisher's Synopsis
""The History of Virgil A. Stewart, and His Adventure in Capturing and Exposing the Great Western Land Pirate and His Gang, in Connection with the Evidence"" is a non-fiction book written by H.R. Howard and originally published in 1836. The book tells the story of Virgil A. Stewart, a farmer from Ohio who became a vigilante and helped to capture a notorious gang of criminals known as the Great Western Land Pirates in the early 19th century.Stewart became involved in the pursuit of the gang after they stole his horses and threatened his family. He joined forces with other local farmers and law enforcement officials to track down the criminals, and eventually succeeded in capturing them. The book provides a detailed account of Stewart's adventures, including his encounters with the gang and the evidence he gathered to bring them to justice.The book also explores the broader social and political context of the time, including the rise of vigilantism and the challenges faced by law enforcement officials in the newly settled western territories. It provides a fascinating glimpse into the history of the American frontier and the struggles of ordinary people to maintain law and order in a rapidly changing society.Overall, ""The History of Virgil A. Stewart, and His Adventure in Capturing and Exposing the Great Western Land Pirate and His Gang, in Connection with the Evidence"" is a gripping and informative read for anyone interested in the history of the American West or the evolution of law enforcement in the United States.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
