An unflinching portrait of the American frontier, My Confession recounts Samuel Chamberlain’s wild journey from Boston soldier to outlaw with the infamous Glanton Gang—later immortalized in Blood Meridian. Brutal, vivid, and deeply human, it’s a firsthand chronicle of war, violence, and survival in the untamed West.

A unique tribute to America’s frontier hero offers closure to the greatest of all his mysteries: where he was buried. Part biography, part historical travelogue, and eloquently narrated using fresh sources, rare forensic data, and new field interviews, this is more than just a search for a man’s bones. 

In a rare combination of storytelling and scholarship, bestselling author Landon Y. Jones presents for the first time William Clark’s remarkable life and influential career in their full complexity.

From Irish immigrant to colonial frontier king, this riveting biography explores William Johnson's rise, his controversial lifestyle, and his pivotal role in shaping the New World.

"A brilliant piece of historical writing." —Kevin Kenny, Boston College