Riding the range -- Who are the cowboys? -- Timeline -- Driven by economics -- Ride to the railroad -- Rapid decline -- Cattle round-up -- Driving the herd -- Magnificent Mustangs -- Cowboy Couture -- Cool Cowgirls -- Making a myth -- Cowboys today.
Summary:
"Cowboys were the original livestock transportation system! Discover the origin of cowboys, their historical development, famous cowboys, key skills and traits, and details about equipment, training, and cattle drives. " -- Publisher's website.
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