The Cowboys by Bruce Wexler
The cowboy has long been one of the most recognizable symbols of American independence, resourcefulness, strength, and courage. Learn their remarkable history and way of life in this comprehensive and compelling new book from Bruce Wexler. Hundreds of full-color photographs of cowboy gear, weapons, legendary cowpokes, and Old West houses and settlements bring the excitement of the frontier to life. The Cowboys also features fascinating illustrated biographies of Western luminaries like Buffalo Bill Cody, Charles Goodnight, Bill Pickett, William and George Calloway, Joseph McCoy, and others. Both educational and engrossing, this book is sure to be a hit with readers young and old.
Through meticulous study, Bruce Wexler has gained an intimate knowledge of the Victorian crime scene and early attempts at using forensic and logical methods of detection. Applying this study to his great fondness for the Sherlock Holmes stories, he has been able to blend the two -- fact and fiction -- to bring new insight into the life and times of the great detective.Bruce Wexler's other books are The Wild, Wild West of Louis L'Amour and The Authentic South of Gone with the Wind.
| SKU | Unavailable |
| ISBN 13 | 9781616085735 |
| ISBN 10 | 1616085738 |
| Title | The Cowboys |
| Author | Bruce Wexler |
| Series | How The West Was Won |
| Condition | Unavailable |
| Binding Type | Hardback |
| Publisher | Skyhorse Publishing |
| Year published | 2012-05-15 |
| Number of pages | 176 |
| Cover note | Book picture is for illustrative purposes only, actual binding, cover or edition may vary. |
| Note | Unavailable |