Frontier Capitalist by Harry E. Kelsey

Frontier Capitalist: The Life of John Evans by Harry E. Kelsey is a detailed and compelling biography of one of the most influential yet controversial figures in American expansion.

John Evans, a physician, entrepreneur, and railroad magnate, played a key role in the economic and territorial growth of the American West, leaving a legacy that is both visionary and deeply contested.

From his early ventures in medicine and business to his rise as territorial governor of Colorado, Evans was a driving force in shaping the frontier economy. However, his tenure was overshadowed by his involvement in policies leading to the tragic Sand Creek Massacre, making his life a complex study of ambition, influence, and responsibility.

Kelsey delivers a meticulous examination of Evans' life, painting a portrait of a man who symbolized both the relentless drive of frontier capitalism and the moral dilemmas that came with it.

Frontier Capitalist is essential reading for those interested in American expansion, economic history, and the figures who shaped the West—at great cost.