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2016 historical western novel written by Ron Hansen. Not to be confused with The Kid (2019 film).
The Kid
First edition
AuthorRon Hansen
SubjectBilly the Kid
GenreWestern novel
PublisherScribners
Publication date2016
Pages320
ISBN9781501129759

The Kid is a 2016 historical western novel written by Ron Hansen. It is about the legendary Old West outlaw, Billy the Kid, including his involvement in the Lincoln County War of New Mexico.

Reception

According to Publishers Weekly, The Kid is "entertaining and lively…an excellent, transportive read".

References

  1. Hagy, Alyson (18 November 2016). "Billy the Kid: The Novel". NY Times. The New York Times Company. Retrieved 18 January 2019.
  2. Hansen, Ron (2016). The Kid. Simon and Schuster. ISBN 9781501133305. Retrieved 18 January 2019.
  3. Saul, John B. (2 October 2016). "Ron Hansen's 'The Kid': a vivid portrait of an American outlaw". Seattle Times. Retrieved 18 January 2019.
  4. "The Kid". Publishers Weekly. Retrieved 18 January 2019.
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