Tom Clavin

Jan 11, 2025 | cowboysindians.com | Tom Clavin |Caroline Cabe

Stories about the Wild West, like those passed down by the ancient Greeks, often focus on heroes. We are warmed by the tales of the men — and some women — in white hats. Thankfully, for those of us who make a living writing such stories featuring Wyatt Earp, Wild Bill Hickok, Bat Masterson, Buffalo Bill Cody, Heck Thomas, Charlie Siringo, and others, there is an endless fascination with their legendary exploits. But let us give credit to the outlaws.

Dec 8, 2024 | thedailynewsonline.com | Curt Schleier |Tom Clavin

Theoretically, “Bandit Heaven” is about three bandit havens— Robbers Roost, Brown’s Hole and Hole in the Wall — in Wyoming and Utah. Canyons with only one way in, easily guarded by a few men from perches high above any approaches, they provided refuge for criminals on the run. According to author Tom Clavin, these three were the most important in a series of hideouts along what was known as the Outlaw Trail, which stretched from Canada to Mexico.

Nov 13, 2024 | kansascity.com | Tom Clavin

Theoretically, "Bandit Heaven" is about three bandit havens- Robbers Roost, Brown's Hole and Hole in the Wall - in Wyoming and Utah. Canyons with only one way in, easily guarded by a few men from perches high above any approaches, they provided refuge for criminals on the run. According to author Tom Clavin, these three were the most important in a series of hideouts along what was known as the Outlaw Trail, which stretched from Canada to Mexico.

Nov 9, 2024 | bookreporter.com | Tom Clavin

In BANDIT HEAVEN, bestselling author Tom Clavin explores the backroads and twisted pathways of the American West during the heyday of cowboy wrangling and cattle rustling. In the 1880s and ’90s, a man could make himself known for ranching and the wealth that implied, as cross-country rail lines created possibilities for fortunes. But because cattle strayed, and some men were not drawn to steady work under harsh conditions, stealing a cow here and there became an attractive possibility.

Oct 31, 2024 | startribune.com | Curt Schleier |Tom Clavin

Theoretically, “Bandit Heaven” is about three bandit havens — Robbers Roost, Brown’s Hole and Hole in the Wall — in Wyoming and Utah. Canyons with only one way in, easily guarded by a few men from perches high above any approaches, they provided refuge for criminals on the run. According to author Tom Clavin, these three were the most important in a series of hideouts along what was known as the Outlaw Trail, which stretched from Canada to Mexico.