Sagebrush Empire

“A highly readable account of the origins of the ‘Sagebrush Rebellion’ and its connections to the ongoing battle over Bears Ears National Monument as well as the Native American-led push for voting rights in the area. …It’s Thompson’s ability to capture some of that diversity that makes Sagebrush Empire a must-read for anyone who shares his love of the land and his fascination with San Juan County’s storied history.”

—SALT LAKE TRIBUNE

"Equal parts piercing investigative journalism and exquisite narrative, Sagebrush Empire delivers brilliant insight into the conflicting identity of the changing American West."

— EVAN SCHERTZ, Maria's Bookshop

“This book is as gritty as the Southwest itself. Readers will get a glimpse behind the glamour of redrock country, behind the vistas that take your breath away, and learn about the ongoing conflicts between the people who make this area their home. Thompson pulls you into a story that exposes some hard truths about the locals, politicians, and land laws of the West. In narrative style, with well-researched facts, this book reveals the depths to which people will go to protect the things they hold important.”

—AMY MCCLELLAND, Bright Side Bookshop

Praise for Jonathan P. Thompson:

“Thompson’s investigative chops are impressive."

—SIERRA MAGAZINE

“Thompson weaves his skills of investigative journalism and factual verification with the empowering tools and devices of a novelist.”

—THE UTAH REVIEW