The Spanish West - Old West Series Author:William Weber Johnson, George G. Daniels A Time-Life book that shows the Spanish influence in the west on both the native Indians and the incoming pioneers. Includes numerous B&W and color illustrations, an index and bibliography.
Concentrates mostly on the US southwest states, but it covers Mexican states, too. Some great old drawings, as well as some old black and white photos. Something to dream about when you are stuck in a traffic jam.