Cover of Wyatt Earp

Wyatt Earp

by William L. Urban

Library of American Lives and Times; PowerPlus Books

Reading Level 8-9 Intense (Lvl 4) Ages 9-12

The text is written at a 8th grade reading level, the subject matter is intended for middle graders (ages 9–12), and the content is intense and may include graphic or distressing scenes.

Find on Amazon

As an Amazon Associate, we earn from qualifying purchases.

About This Book

Explore the adventurous life of Wyatt Earp, a legendary lawman of the American West, as he navigates the challenges of frontier justice and famous showdowns. Witness the courage and struggles behind his rise from a young man to a figure known for bravery and determination in a wild and often dangerous time. This gripping tale captures the realities of life in the Old West with vivid moments of action and history.

Representation & Themes

HistoricalAdventureFamilySocial Justice

For Parents

Content Intensity

Level 4 — Intense
Gentle Mild Moderate Intense Very Intense

Heavy themes explored in depth. War, death, abuse addressed directly.

Content Flags

Physical Danger Violence Alcohol Abuse Drug Use Domestic Violence Emotional: Fear & Anxiety Emotional: Loss & Grief
Data confidence: standard

More in the Library of American Lives and Times; PowerPlus Books Series

Details

ISBN
0823957403
Pages
112
Publisher
The Rosen Publishing Group, Inc
Published
2003
Type
Nonfiction
Word Count
12,396

Genres

Juvenile Nonfiction

Subjects

Earp, Wyatt, 1848-1929 -- Juvenile literature.Earp, Wyatt, 1848-1929.Peace officers -- Southwest, New -- Biography -- Juvenile literature.United States marshals -- Southwest, New -- Biography -- Juvenile literature.Violence -- Arizona -- Tombstone -- History -- 19th century -- Juvenile literature.Peace officers.Violence.Frontier and pioneer life -- Southwest, New.Tombstone (Ariz.) -- History -- Juvenile literature.Southwest, New -- Biography -- Juvenile literature.Tombstone (Ariz.) -- History.