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This book explains the growth of the cowboy myth, assesses the effect of that myth on American values and dreams, and contrasts the now-legendary cowboy image with historical reality
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An able effort to depict what the title suggests, the reality in the everyday life of the old-time cowboy. Abilene Reporter-News (Texas)
About the Author
A native Californian and lifelong enthusiast about cowboys, Jack Weston earned his Ph.D. in English literature from the University of North Carolina, and taught English for many years at the University of Massachusetts, Amherst. He has also written I Submit. He now lives in Pauma Valley, California.
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- PublisherSchocken Books
- Publication date1985
- ISBN 10 0805239839
- ISBN 13 9780805239836
- BindingHardcover
- Number of pages287
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