Throughout the world, the cowboy is an instantly recognized symbol of the North American West. Legends of Our Times breaks the stereotype of "cowboys and Indians" to show an almost unknown side of the West. It tells the story of some of the first cowboys - Native peoples of the northern Plains and Plateau. Through stories, poetry, art, and reminiscences in this lavishly illustrated work, Native people invite the reader on a fascinating journey into the world of ranching and rodeo. The book also presents the special ...
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Throughout the world, the cowboy is an instantly recognized symbol of the North American West. Legends of Our Times breaks the stereotype of "cowboys and Indians" to show an almost unknown side of the West. It tells the story of some of the first cowboys - Native peoples of the northern Plains and Plateau. Through stories, poetry, art, and reminiscences in this lavishly illustrated work, Native people invite the reader on a fascinating journey into the world of ranching and rodeo. The book also presents the special relationship between Native people and animals such as the horse, buffalo, deer, and dog, which have always played an important role in Native spiritual and economic life. By the mid-nineteenth century, Native people were highly valued for their skills in horse breeding and herding, and could take advantage of new economic opportunities in the emerging ranching industry. Faced with limited resources, competition for land, and control by governments and Indian agents, many Native people still managed to develop their own herds or to find work as cowboys. As the ways of the Old West changed, new forms of entertainment and sport evolved. Impresarios such as Buffalo Bill Cody invented the Wild West show, employing Native actors and stunt performers to dramatize scenes from the history of the West and to demonstrate the friendly competitions that cowboys enjoyed at the end of a long round-up or cattle drive. The popularity of rodeos also grew within Native communities, and arenas were built on many reserves. Native rodeos are still held, while many Native competitors ride in professional rodeos as well. Today, Plains and Plateau peoples proudly continue a long tradition of cowboying. Legends of Our Times is a celebration of their rich contribution to ranching and rodeo life.
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Good-Bumped and creased book with tears to the extremities, but not affecting the text block, may have remainder mark or previous owner's name-GOOD Oversized.
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Hardback with dust jacket. Front cover dust jacket: Please note slightly worn and bent dust jacket and corners. Bottom spine dust jacket-small tear. Top spine: Worn and bent dut jacket. Dust jacket is in good condition. Cover edges and corners in good shape. Spine is tight. Pages are clean, no markings, notes or stains. Ships from Friends bookstore to benefit Beaverton (Oregon) library.
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Very Good. Book (x) 254 pages, numerous illustrations, some in color, references, credits, index; 4to, pictorial front cover. Very good+, bottom corners slightly bumped.
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Fine in Very Good jacket. Book. 4to-over 9¾"-12" tall. x, 254pp., index, biblio., photos, ill. "Throughout the world, the cowboy is an instantly recognized symbol of the North American West. Legends of Our Times breaks the stereotype of 'cowboys and Indians' to show an almost unknown side of the West. It tells the story of some of the first cowboys-Native peoples of the northern Plains and Plateau." Fine in near fine DJ. Please note that due to the weight and size, extra postage may be assessed. Please feel free to inquire.
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FINE. Vancouver + Seattle: UBC Press + University of Washington Press, 1998. Oversize Paperback. FINE. As new-gift quality! "breaks the stereotype of 'cowboys and Indians'â¦tells the story of some of the first cowboys-Native people of the Northern Plains and Plateauâ¦" 254 indexed, illustrated pages including References. 8x11x.75"
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Good in Very Good jacket. Appears to be signed by author (Morgan Baillargeon). Water stain at top corner of first few pages. Otherwise very minor wear. Binding tight, pages clean. Dust jacket has minor wear. Pictures available upon request.
Add this copy of Legends of Our Times: Native Cowboy Life to cart. $27.50, like new condition, Sold by George Houle rated 4.0 out of 5 stars, ships from Palm Springs, CA, UNITED STATES, published 1998 by Vancouver, UBC Press/Seattle, University of Washington Press [1998]..
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1998, Vancouver, UBC Press/Seattle, University of Washington Press [1998].
Publisher:
Vancouver, UBC Press/Seattle, University of Washington Press [1998].
Published:
1998
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English
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Dust Jacket Included. First edition (“ August 1998). 4to. Illustrated with 160 halftones (80 in color). Color pictorial dust jacket (unclipped). Fine, fresh copy, as new. Advance copy for review with publisher’ s slip laid in loose with the publication date of “ August 98. ”
