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This biographical history tells the story of an American family in conflict and four brothers' attempts to regain the prestigious position their family once held. Loaded with never-before-published photos and little-known facts, this probing character study examines the men, the myths, and the legends of the Outlaw Youngers. The Youngers - Bob, Cole, Jim, and John - tested the boundaries of the violent and turbulent post-Civil War society in which they lived. The author investigates events from the Border and Civil Wars, details of the Youngers' attempts at legitimate ranching in Texas, and the frequent and often brutal murders and robberies. Using never-before-published accounts from Jim and Bob Younger, the author presents a new theory regarding the James-Younger gang and the actual Younger involvement - a theory which opposes the one held for over 100 years. She also offers insights into the Northfield robbery and gives reasons why the Youngers' parole was delayed.

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Marley Brant is the author of nine books, both fiction and non-fiction. Her books have been featured in People Magazine, the New York Times and numerous newspapers, been the basis for television programs on A&E and VH1, and served as the primary research for hours of television on the History Channel, PBS, TBS and CMT. Brant was the co-creator and co-producer of the TBS special “Outlaws, Rebels and Rogues”. Brant has been employed in the entertainment industry as a biographical writer, music and television producer, publicist and development executive. She is the author of eight non-fiction books about outlaws, television and rock music. Brant’s books The Outlaw Youngers: A Confederate Brotherhood and Jesse James: The Man and the Myth were both recognized with the Milton F. Perry Award for extensive research and contribution to American History

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