Dan Powell: The Making of an American Cowboy

by Debbi Weitzell

A story based on the life of Dan Powell, founder of the town of Powell, South Dakota, who lived from approximately 1852 to 1929. This work is based on the facts gathered by Dr. Albert "Britt" Karns, a descendant of Powell. It weaves the documented places and people involved in Powell's life with a creative interpretation of what may have driven him from place to place, and the people he may have encountered.

294 pages, Paperback

First published September 1, 2011

Reviews

[Debbi · Rating 5 out of 5]

Since this is one of the books that has occupied much of my time over the last year and a half, I had to include it. Response from readers has been wonderful. Of course, I encourage more of that, so everyone, please join in!

[Karen Mosley · Rating 5 out of 5]

Just reread this wonderful book written by my talented friend. I love historical fiction and Debbi has included many interesting details to 'flesh out' this story and draw the reader in. Dan Powell is a hero like so many who settled the American west, and his story is worthy of admiration. I particularly respected his lack of bigotry and prejudice--he followed where his heart took him where others perhaps would have found excuses to avoid based on public opinion.