Knight In The Sun: Harper B. Lee, First Yankee Matador by Marshall Hail, illustrated by Tom Lea.  Little, Brown, Boston/Toronto, 1962.  Illustrated 234 page stated first edition hardcover with dust jacket in pristine condition with- no interior markings or other visible flaws. 

 

Knight In The Sun: Harper B. Lee, First Yankee Matador is a biography written by Marshall Hail. The book tells the story of Harper B. Lee, an American who became the first Yankee matador in Spain. The book explores Lee's journey from his childhood in Texas to his rise as a matador in Spain. Hail delves into Lee's passion for bullfighting, his training, and his struggles to gain acceptance as a foreigner in a traditional Spanish sport. The book also explores Lee's personal life, including his relationships with women and his struggles with alcoholism. Through vivid descriptions and personal anecdotes, Hail paints a picture of a man who was both a skilled matador and a flawed human being. Knight In The Sun is a fascinating look into the world of bullfighting and the life of a pioneering American matador.


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