This is a vintage first edition 1943 copy of Mustang Marshall by author Herbert Shapiro (author of "The Black Rider," "Glass of Vengeance" and "The Valley of Death'. Mustang Marshall is a historical fiction novel written by Herbert Shapiro. The book is set in the mid-1850s and is based on the life of a U.S. Marshal named John Hardin. Hardin is known as the "Mustang Marshal" due to his quick thinking and fearless nature. He is assigned to protect a group of settlers traveling from Missouri to California, and is faced with many challenges along the way. He must fend off attacks from hostile Native Americans, dangerous outlaws, and even a group of Mexican bandits. Through his experiences, Hardin learns about the importance of courage, friendship, and determination. The book is a thrilling and action-packed journey that will keep readers on the edge of their seat from start to finish.