Metro Library's Special Collections presents three new eBooks from the shelves of the Oklahoma Room now available in the local interest area of Overdrive and Libby. 

Originally published in 1967, Oklahoma Boy is the autobiography of late Tulsa resident Ross T. Warner, including memories of the Cherokee Strip opening, service in World War I and of the Tulsa Race Massacre. 

A former accountant, Warner's story provides details of life on the Great Plains, emigrating in covered wagons, and setting up a homestead. Warner also shares his perspective as an observer of events in Guthrie, Anadarko, and Tulsa as well as service in France in World War I. 

The James Boys is a classic dime novel from the late 1800s featuring the thrilling exploits of the Frank and Jesse James, culminating with the murder of Jesse by Robert Ford. This thrilling read covers all the raids and exploits of the gang, or what is called "the romance of guerilla warfare," and, while it may not all be true, it covers several of the Jameses' less-notable deeds as well.

Sooner Cinema is a collection of essays featuring 20 different movies with Oklahoma themes or characters. Edited by Larry A. Van Meter, the book asks, within the context of American cinema, "What does Oklahoma mean?" Each essay is by a different writer resulting in a diverse view of the films that shape America's understanding of Oklahoma. A fascinating and enjoyable quick read.

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