A showcase of collectibles related to the American cowboy, illustrated with more than 1,000 photographs
The American cowboy's unique lifestyle inspired tools, clothing, amusements, advertising, and an array of other items that are avidly sought by collectors today. They are presented here with over 1,000 color photographs identified in text and captions.
Each section of this beautiful second edition is more complete and has better examples than earlier books devoted to each subject. In Cowboy Culture, these items are inspected in their many variations. Here are exquisite spurs, saddles, gambling tools, photography, guns, holsters, bits, chaps, gloves, boots, hats, badges, and knives.
Objects related to Wild West shows—which popularized the myths and accomplishments of cowboys to town dwellers who fantasized life on the open range—are also included. That same fantasy endures to this day, and people all over the world who dream of being a "cowboy" will find plenty of inspiration in this book.
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Michael Friedman is an advanced cowboy collector and dealer who lives in Connecticut.
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Seller: World of Books (was SecondSale), Montgomery, IL, U.S.A.
Hardback. Condition: Good. The American cowboy's unique life-style inspired tools, clothing, amusements, advertising, and more which are avidly sought by collectors today. They are presented here with over 1000 color photographs identified in text and captions. Each section of this beautiful new second edition is more complete and has better examples than earlier books devoted to each subject. In Cowboy Culture, these items are inspected in their many variations. Here are exquisite spurs, saddles, gambling tools, photography, guns, holsters, bits, chaps, gloves, boots, hats, badges, and knives. Objects related to Wild West shows-which popularized the myths and accomplishments of cowboys to town dwellers who fantasized life on the open range-are also included. That same fantasy endures to this day as people all over the world who today dream of being a cowboy. Seller Inventory # 00107326246
Seller: Greenworld Books, Arlington, TX, U.S.A.
Condition: very_good. Fast Free Shipping â" Very Good condition book with a firm cover and clean pages. Shows normal use and some light wear or limited notes markings. A solid, nice copy to enjoy. Seller Inventory # GWV.0764308203.VG
Seller: ThriftBooks-Dallas, Dallas, TX, U.S.A.
Hardcover. Condition: Fair. No Jacket. Readable copy. Pages may have considerable notes/highlighting. ~ ThriftBooks: Read More, Spend Less. Seller Inventory # G0764308203I5N00
Seller: World of Books Inc, Montgomery, IL, U.S.A.
Hardback. Condition: Good. The American cowboy's unique life-style inspired tools, clothing, amusements, advertising, and more which are avidly sought by collectors today. They are presented here with over 1000 color photographs identified in text and captions. Each section of this beautiful new second edition is more complete and has better examples than earlier books devoted to each subject. In Cowboy Culture, these items are inspected in their many variations. Here are exquisite spurs, saddles, gambling tools, photography, guns, holsters, bits, chaps, gloves, boots, hats, badges, and knives. Objects related to Wild West shows-which popularized the myths and accomplishments of cowboys to town dwellers who fantasized life on the open range-are also included. That same fantasy endures to this day as people all over the world who today dream of being a cowboy. Seller Inventory # CIN0764308203G
Seller: Lost Horizon Bookstore, Santa Barbara, CA, U.S.A.
Hardcover. Condition: Fine. Dust Jacket Condition: Fine. Revised second edition with price guide. Quarto. 12 1/4 x 9 5/8". 300pp. plus 1p. ads. 1000 items illustrated with over 700 color photographs. Red cloth in glossy pictorial dust jacket. Seller Inventory # 57795
Seller: Friends of SMPL Bookstore, Santa Monica, CA, U.S.A.
Hardcover. Condition: Near Fine. Dust Jacket Condition: Near Fine. 2nd Edition. The last frontier of American antiques. Signed on the right page to the title page---may be printed. Inscribed for Alan & Wendy "Frito.". Inscribed by Author(s). Seller Inventory # 5215
Seller: Stock & Trade LLC, Portland, OR, U.S.A.
Hardcover. Condition: Very Good. Dust Jacket Condition: Very Good. 2nd Revised 2nd Edition, ed. A nice hardcover with a crisp dust jacket, a tight binding and an unmarked text. From a private smoke free collection. Shipping within 24 hours, tracking number and delivery Confirmation. Seller Inventory # EC7E-525i
Seller: Nugget Box (PBFA), Stafford, United Kingdom
Hardcover. Condition: Very Good. Dust Jacket Condition: Very Good. Light wear only, Internally Very Good - Quick flick through pages could not see any issues, clean and tidy copy in tight binding, A Very Good personal copy. Unclipped dust wrapper will be fitted with removable archive acetate film. **2212g** All orders are sent with a tracking /signature service for your peace of mind, so that you can keep tabs on your parcel. For overseas customers - on some sites we use, parcels weighing over the standard rate may incur an additional charge and we will then contact you with the additional shipping fee required. This is for the postage only we do not charge you for our time or our excellent packaging, which we are noted for. Dispatched in cardboard mailers within 24/48 Hours Mon - Friday 2pm, except bank holidays, otherwise next business day - excellent service guaranteed. AANBE18933. Seller Inventory # 18933
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Seller: BennettBooksLtd, Los Angeles, CA, U.S.A.
hardcover. Condition: New. In shrink wrap. Looks like an interesting title! Seller Inventory # Q-0764308203
Seller: Mispah books, Redhill, SURRE, United Kingdom
Hardcover. Condition: New. NEW. SHIPS FROM MULTIPLE LOCATIONS. book. Seller Inventory # ERICA80307643082036
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