The Red Sabbath

by Lewis B. Patten

Book by Patten, Lewis B.

Genres: Westerns

256 pages, Hardcover

First published January 1, 1970

About the author

aka Lewis Ford, Len Leighton, Joseph Wayne (with Wayne D. Overholser)

Lewis Byford Patten was a prolific author of American Western Novels, born in Denver, Colorado. Often published under the names Lewis Ford, Len Leighto and, Joseph Wayne.

Reviews

[Robert Hepple · Rating 4 out of 5]

Published in 1968, this cavalry western novel is set against the background of Custer's last stand at The Little Bighorn in 1876. The main character, a civilian scout for the 7th cavalry, has a deep hatred of Custer, and the novel is riddled with flashbacks to events in the past that shaped this viewpoint. This makes for some interesting character development and a great storyline.

[Jeff Dickison · Rating 4 out of 5]

An excellent telling of Custer's last stand, told through the eyes of a scout who had been misused by both the Indians and Custer. The book leaves little doubt that Custer was an idiot who was glory hunting, trying to resurrect a failing career. Well done, recommended.

[Bradthad Codgeroger · Rating 4 out of 5]

Narrative of Custer. The good guys won.