Hawaiian cowboys have ridden the misty mountain rainforests, high plains, and rugged volcanic slopes of remote Hawaii for more than 175 years. In that time they have adapted the practice of mainland cowboys to the unique conditions of the islands -- from swimming cattle to boats to dodging lava tubes. This vivid and touching photographic journey into the lives of the cowboys of Hawaii captures the essence of their rich history and unique way of life. It gives good insight into the lifestyle of the "paniolo" (cowboy), ...
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Hawaiian cowboys have ridden the misty mountain rainforests, high plains, and rugged volcanic slopes of remote Hawaii for more than 175 years. In that time they have adapted the practice of mainland cowboys to the unique conditions of the islands -- from swimming cattle to boats to dodging lava tubes. This vivid and touching photographic journey into the lives of the cowboys of Hawaii captures the essence of their rich history and unique way of life. It gives good insight into the lifestyle of the "paniolo" (cowboy), highlighting their tight ties to family, spiritual connection and practices, social interaction, and festivals that celebrate what it means to be a Hawaiian cowboy.
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Add this copy of Hawaiian Cowboys: a Photographic Journal to cart. $19.64, like new condition, Sold by ThriftBooks-Reno rated 5.0 out of 5 stars, ships from Reno, NV, UNITED STATES, published 2008 by Island Heritage.
Add this copy of Hawaiian Cowboys: a Photographic Journal to cart. $28.97, very good condition, Sold by Pink Casa Antiques rated 5.0 out of 5 stars, ships from Frankfort, KY, UNITED STATES, published 2008 by Island Heritage Publishing.
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Very Good. Size: 12x0x9; hardcover with dust jacket, tight, pages clear and bright, shelf and edge wear, corners bumped, packaged in cardboard box for shipment, tracking on U.S. orders.
