PUEBLO, Colo., July 7, 2004 (PRIMEZONE) -- There has been much stipulation over the last few years about the true identity of the infamous gunslinger known as Billy the Kid. In his new historical novel, The Other Life of Billy the Kid (now available through AuthorHouse), author Clyde V. Antrim does not concern himself with what happened after Pat Garrett allegedly shot the legendary outlaw. He instead looks at Billy's youth.
Antrim adds to the legend of Henry William McCarty, otherwise known as Billy the Kid, with this new story. The Other Life of Billy the Kid follows the young Billy on a wagon train to Kansas. He is being sent back to be raised by his grandparents. The adventure begins in Silver City, N.M. Riding on the trail drive to Knight Ranch, Billy takes his orders from the trail boss. He rides on the chuck wagon with Stormy the cook, helping him prepare the meals. They soon become great friends.
Along the trail, there is adventure, danger and excitement. Antrim details Billy's early life, highlighting his relationships with his mother, Catherine McCarty Antrim, his stepfather, William Antrim, his grandparents, Ida and Levi Antrim and his brother, Joseph McCarty Antrim. From Silver City, N.M., to Trinidad, Colo., Billy makes his way with help from friends like Stormy and Pat Garrett.
A truly original addition to the legend of a great gunslinger, The Other Life of Billy the Kid is a fictional account of an American icon perfect for history buffs and avid readers alike.
Antrim is the author and editor of a genealogy newsletter. Born in Ohio and raised in Missouri, he now lives in Colorado, where he enjoys doing genealogical work. He is an Old West history buff and has researched his family history extensively, which can be viewed on the Internet at his Web site, www.antrimfamilynewsletter.com. The Other Life of Billy the Kid is his first novel.
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