Hands Up

Hands Up: Or Thirty-Five Years Of Detective Life In The Mountains And On The Plains is a memoir written by David J. Cook in 1897. The book provides a detailed account of Cook's experiences as a detective in the American West during the late 19th century. The narrative covers a wide range of topics including Cook's involvement in the pursuit of notorious outlaws such as Jesse James and the Dalton Gang as well as his interactions with Native American tribes and various law enforcement agencies. The book is a fascinating glimpse into the life of a detective during a time of great change and upheaval in the American West. Cook's vivid descriptions of the people places and events he encountered make for an engaging and informative read and his firsthand accounts of some of the most famous criminal cases of the era make this book a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of law enforcement in the United States.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting preserving and promoting the world's literature in affordable high quality modern editions that are true to their original work.