“If we know anything about man, it's that he's not pacific. The temptation to butcher anyone considered undesirable seems to be a common temptation, not always resisted.”
Quote by Larry McMurtry
Work
Oh What a Slaughter: Massacres in the American West: 1846--1890
This book delves into the historical context and details of numerous massacres that occurred in the American West between 1846 and 1890. more
Author
Larry McMurtry
American novelist known for his profound portrayal of life in the American Southwest. His works, including 'Lolita' and 'The Lonesome Dove', have won numerous Pulitzer Prizes. more
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