We are an authorized, direct-from-the-publisher retailer of NEW books. Our titles are ON HAND and available for immediate shipping. Table of Contents COWBOYS & THE TRAPPINGS OF THE OLD WEST is a pictorial celebration with over 550 extraordinary photographs. The cowboy's dress and trappings set him apart from mere common folks. From the top of his head, with his broad-brimmed Stetson, to the bottom of his feet, in his high-heeled boots and silver spurs he was unlike anyone the world had ever seen. For the first time, his saddles, chaps, spurs and the tools of his trade are presented in a carefully crafted portrait. Tribute is given to the artisans and craftsmen who fashioned the cowboy's unique outfit. His "rootin' tootin"' tougher-than-twang-leather image is presented from simple cow- puncher to his rise to icon status. Through rare, many never-before-published photos, the history of the cowboy is traced from the cattle trails and ranches of the Old West to the glory of the Wild West show and rodeo arena. The myth of the cowboy is explored from dime novel yarns to the Hollywood heroes such as Tom Mix and Buck Jones, along with TV cowboys like Roy Rogers, Gene Autry and Hopalong Cassidy. Cowgirls and calico queens are included as exciting companions to our old-time cowpokes. The story of the cowgirl is explored from her ranch-hand days to her recognition as Wild West show performer and rodeo star. Her equipment is illustrated in beautiful color photographs and historic images. This is an important book for any cowboy enthusiast or student of Western Americana.
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