This series is comprised of typescripts, correspondence, and other materials that related to Harry W. Lawton's book, Willie Boy: A Desert Manhunt. The materials include Lawton's research notes and a scrapbook that he created with materials related to the book. The series also contains materials related to the publication of the book, which include the original layout for the book jacket, hand annotated galley proofs, and financial records. There are also materials related to the book's influence on other works, including student essays, opera materials, and articles.