The prolific J.T. Edson wrote over 130 Western novels, famously creating a "Floating Outfit" of characters that pop up across different series. While he wrote them over several decades, the internal timeline of his universe—stretching from the Texas Revolution to the late 19th century—is what most fans want to follow.
These books focus on the ancestors of his famous characters or the very early days of the Texas Rangers. Ole Devil Hardin, Dustine Edwardes.
Because Edson was published by multiple houses (Corgi, Transworld, Berkley), titles were often changed between the UK and US markets.
Edson’s characters often served in the Confederate Army, specifically in the Texas Light Cavalry. These books bridge the gap between their youth and their legendary status as "The Floating Outfit." Dusty Fog, Mark Counter, the Ysabel Kid.
Waco was a later addition to the crew, often appearing in his own standalone adventures or as the protégé of the original trio. Waco, Doc Leroy.
The Devil Gun, The Colt and the Sabre, The Rebels, The Bloody Border, Kill Dusty Fog! 3. The Floating Outfit Series (Late 1860s – 1880s)
Ole Devil and the One-Eyed No-Good, Ole Devil and the Mule-Skinner. 6. The Later Years & Bunduki (Late 1880s – 1890s)
