Though written later, many of these stories act as prequels or side-stories involving the patriarch of the Hardin clan during the height of the cattle boom.
The prolific J.T. Edson wrote over 130 Western novels, famously creating a "Floating Outfit" of characters that pop up across different series. While he wrote them over several decades, the internal timeline of his universe—stretching from the Texas Revolution to the late 19th century—is what most fans want to follow. jt edson books in chronological order
These books focus on the ancestors of his famous characters or the very early days of the Texas Rangers. Ole Devil Hardin, Dustine Edwardes. Though written later, many of these stories act
Dusty Fog (the strategist), Mark Counter (the muscle/fashion plate), and the Ysabel Kid (the scout). Chronological Highlights: Trail Boss (The first meeting of the team) The Floating Outfit The Hooded Riders The Quiet Killer The Hardriders Calamity Spells Trouble 4. The Civil War Sequel/Waco Series (1870s – 1880s) While he wrote them over several decades, the
Edson famously linked his characters to other fictional universes (like Sherlock Holmes or Tarzan). Keep an eye out for these "Wold Newton" style Easter eggs.
Though written later, many of these stories act as prequels or side-stories involving the patriarch of the Hardin clan during the height of the cattle boom.
The prolific J.T. Edson wrote over 130 Western novels, famously creating a "Floating Outfit" of characters that pop up across different series. While he wrote them over several decades, the internal timeline of his universe—stretching from the Texas Revolution to the late 19th century—is what most fans want to follow.
These books focus on the ancestors of his famous characters or the very early days of the Texas Rangers. Ole Devil Hardin, Dustine Edwardes.
Dusty Fog (the strategist), Mark Counter (the muscle/fashion plate), and the Ysabel Kid (the scout). Chronological Highlights: Trail Boss (The first meeting of the team) The Floating Outfit The Hooded Riders The Quiet Killer The Hardriders Calamity Spells Trouble 4. The Civil War Sequel/Waco Series (1870s – 1880s)
Edson famously linked his characters to other fictional universes (like Sherlock Holmes or Tarzan). Keep an eye out for these "Wold Newton" style Easter eggs.
