Clarence Edward Mulford

Bar-20 Clarence Edward Mulford Illustrated edition

This is the story of Hopalong Cassidy before he became the "TV-Cowboy." He was a typical late-19th century cowboy, except he could rope, ride and shoot. In this book, he's nothing like the suave, quiet hero who always saves the day at the last minute. The author describes him as "a combination of irresponsibility, humor, good nature, love of fighting, and nonchalance when face to face with danger." This is a novel about the real Hopalong. This edition of the book contains all seven original illustrations, rejuvenated, and three additional illustrations that are unique to this edition of the book.