Author: Vicki Lewis Thompson
Publisher: Ocean Dance Press
ISBN: 1946759627
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 218
Book Description
This cowboy's on the ropes… Seasoned wrangler Brendan Sawyer’s on board with Jo Fielding’s plan to skip the dating routine and test their compatibility during a weekend at a Montana resort. Brendan’s convinced they’ll get along just fine. They’re not kids anymore, so why not dive right in? Even better, they’ll be surrounded by luxury accommodations. Then the plan implodes, leaving them stranded in a dicey rural cabin with frigid air seeping through the cracks and no hot water. Tempers begin to fray. Then the buffalo herd arrives… Saddle up for the popular McGavin Brothers series of steamy western romances from the NYT bestselling author who brought you the Buckskin Brotherhood series. If you like sexy cowboys, charming small towns, and laugh-out-loud adventures, you’ll love meeting the residents of Eagles Nest, Montana. THE MCGAVIN BROTHERS The books in this series are standalone romances and can be read in any order. A Cowboy's Strength (Zane & Mandy) A Cowboy's Honor (Cody & Faith) A Cowboy's Return (Ryker & April) A Cowboy's Heart (Bryce & Nicole) A Cowboy's Courage (Trevor & Olivia) A Cowboy's Christmas (Badger & Hayley) A Cowboy's Kiss (Luke & Abigail) A Cowboy's Luck (Michael & Roxanne) A Cowboy's Charm (Quinn & Kendra) A Cowboy's Challenge (Wes & Ingrid) A Cowboy's Baby (Gage & Emma) A Cowboy's Holiday (Pete & Taryn) A Cowboy's Choice (Brendan & Jo) A Cowboy's Worth (Rory & Damaris) A Cowboy's Destiny (Aleck & Tansy) A Cowboy's Secret (Aaron & Caitlin) A Cowboy's Homecoming (Seth & Zoe)
A Cowboy's Choice
Author: Vicki Lewis Thompson
Publisher: Ocean Dance Press
ISBN: 1946759627
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 218
Book Description
This cowboy's on the ropes… Seasoned wrangler Brendan Sawyer’s on board with Jo Fielding’s plan to skip the dating routine and test their compatibility during a weekend at a Montana resort. Brendan’s convinced they’ll get along just fine. They’re not kids anymore, so why not dive right in? Even better, they’ll be surrounded by luxury accommodations. Then the plan implodes, leaving them stranded in a dicey rural cabin with frigid air seeping through the cracks and no hot water. Tempers begin to fray. Then the buffalo herd arrives… Saddle up for the popular McGavin Brothers series of steamy western romances from the NYT bestselling author who brought you the Buckskin Brotherhood series. If you like sexy cowboys, charming small towns, and laugh-out-loud adventures, you’ll love meeting the residents of Eagles Nest, Montana. THE MCGAVIN BROTHERS The books in this series are standalone romances and can be read in any order. A Cowboy's Strength (Zane & Mandy) A Cowboy's Honor (Cody & Faith) A Cowboy's Return (Ryker & April) A Cowboy's Heart (Bryce & Nicole) A Cowboy's Courage (Trevor & Olivia) A Cowboy's Christmas (Badger & Hayley) A Cowboy's Kiss (Luke & Abigail) A Cowboy's Luck (Michael & Roxanne) A Cowboy's Charm (Quinn & Kendra) A Cowboy's Challenge (Wes & Ingrid) A Cowboy's Baby (Gage & Emma) A Cowboy's Holiday (Pete & Taryn) A Cowboy's Choice (Brendan & Jo) A Cowboy's Worth (Rory & Damaris) A Cowboy's Destiny (Aleck & Tansy) A Cowboy's Secret (Aaron & Caitlin) A Cowboy's Homecoming (Seth & Zoe)
Publisher: Ocean Dance Press
ISBN: 1946759627
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 218
Book Description
This cowboy's on the ropes… Seasoned wrangler Brendan Sawyer’s on board with Jo Fielding’s plan to skip the dating routine and test their compatibility during a weekend at a Montana resort. Brendan’s convinced they’ll get along just fine. They’re not kids anymore, so why not dive right in? Even better, they’ll be surrounded by luxury accommodations. Then the plan implodes, leaving them stranded in a dicey rural cabin with frigid air seeping through the cracks and no hot water. Tempers begin to fray. Then the buffalo herd arrives… Saddle up for the popular McGavin Brothers series of steamy western romances from the NYT bestselling author who brought you the Buckskin Brotherhood series. If you like sexy cowboys, charming small towns, and laugh-out-loud adventures, you’ll love meeting the residents of Eagles Nest, Montana. THE MCGAVIN BROTHERS The books in this series are standalone romances and can be read in any order. A Cowboy's Strength (Zane & Mandy) A Cowboy's Honor (Cody & Faith) A Cowboy's Return (Ryker & April) A Cowboy's Heart (Bryce & Nicole) A Cowboy's Courage (Trevor & Olivia) A Cowboy's Christmas (Badger & Hayley) A Cowboy's Kiss (Luke & Abigail) A Cowboy's Luck (Michael & Roxanne) A Cowboy's Charm (Quinn & Kendra) A Cowboy's Challenge (Wes & Ingrid) A Cowboy's Baby (Gage & Emma) A Cowboy's Holiday (Pete & Taryn) A Cowboy's Choice (Brendan & Jo) A Cowboy's Worth (Rory & Damaris) A Cowboy's Destiny (Aleck & Tansy) A Cowboy's Secret (Aaron & Caitlin) A Cowboy's Homecoming (Seth & Zoe)
Little Red Cowboy Hat
Author: Susan Lowell
Publisher: Macmillan
ISBN: 9780805064834
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 36
Book Description
A Southwestern version of "Little Red Riding Hood" in which Little Red rides her pony Buck to Grandma's ranch with a jar of cactus jelly in the saddlbag.
Publisher: Macmillan
ISBN: 9780805064834
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 36
Book Description
A Southwestern version of "Little Red Riding Hood" in which Little Red rides her pony Buck to Grandma's ranch with a jar of cactus jelly in the saddlbag.
The Cowboy Hat Book
Author: William Reynolds
Publisher: Gibbs Smith
ISBN: 9781423618331
Category : Cowboys
Languages : en
Pages : 120
Book Description
Revised to include presidential hats, new celebrity hats, and a fully updated resource listing of custom hatters. The Cowboy Hat Book features an impressive array of cowboy hats, showcasing the wide variety of styles, colors, and fabrics used to create the cowboy hat, now a symbol of America and western culture that is recognized all over the world. Beginning with a brief history of the cowboy hat, the authors go on to explain the building of the perfect hat, its care and feeding, hat etiquette, hat hair, and more. Beautiful photos of real cowboys and movie cowboys sporting their trademark hats illustrate how creases, brims, shapes, and trims are unique to the individual who wears each hat. The Cowboy Hat Book celebrates the history and importance of this unique piece of clothing that hasn't fundamentally changed in more than 100 years. Ritch Rand's family has been making handcrafted hats for over twenty years. His hats have rested on dozen's of famous heads-from presidents to kings and heads of state to movie stars. He lives in Billings, Montana. William Reynolds is president and CEO of the marketing, PR, and advertising agency Banning Company, Inc. The company has a special division that services the western and equine industries. He lives in Malibu, California.
Publisher: Gibbs Smith
ISBN: 9781423618331
Category : Cowboys
Languages : en
Pages : 120
Book Description
Revised to include presidential hats, new celebrity hats, and a fully updated resource listing of custom hatters. The Cowboy Hat Book features an impressive array of cowboy hats, showcasing the wide variety of styles, colors, and fabrics used to create the cowboy hat, now a symbol of America and western culture that is recognized all over the world. Beginning with a brief history of the cowboy hat, the authors go on to explain the building of the perfect hat, its care and feeding, hat etiquette, hat hair, and more. Beautiful photos of real cowboys and movie cowboys sporting their trademark hats illustrate how creases, brims, shapes, and trims are unique to the individual who wears each hat. The Cowboy Hat Book celebrates the history and importance of this unique piece of clothing that hasn't fundamentally changed in more than 100 years. Ritch Rand's family has been making handcrafted hats for over twenty years. His hats have rested on dozen's of famous heads-from presidents to kings and heads of state to movie stars. He lives in Billings, Montana. William Reynolds is president and CEO of the marketing, PR, and advertising agency Banning Company, Inc. The company has a special division that services the western and equine industries. He lives in Malibu, California.
Cowboy Boots for Christmas
Author: Carolyn Brown
Publisher: Sourcebooks, Inc.
ISBN: 140229607X
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 354
Book Description
'Tis the season for... Feasting Frolicking And...Feuding? All he wants for Christmas is peace and quiet... After two tours in Afghanistan, retired Army sniper Finn O'Donnell believes his new ranch outside the sleepy little town of Burnt Boot, Texas, is the perfect place for an undisturbed holiday season. But before he can settle in, an old friend shows up looking for protection and a place where nobody knows her name. But that's going to take a miracle... Callie Brewster must relocate to protect her young nephew, Martin, and the only person she trusts is her old Army friend, Finn. Burnt Boot seems like the perfect place to be anonymous, but it turns out a small town with big drama is no place to hide... Praise for The Cowboy's Christmas Baby: "Featuring a down-home cast of characters that feel more like family than fiction, this story makes for the perfect escape."—RT Book Reviews, 4 stars
Publisher: Sourcebooks, Inc.
ISBN: 140229607X
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 354
Book Description
'Tis the season for... Feasting Frolicking And...Feuding? All he wants for Christmas is peace and quiet... After two tours in Afghanistan, retired Army sniper Finn O'Donnell believes his new ranch outside the sleepy little town of Burnt Boot, Texas, is the perfect place for an undisturbed holiday season. But before he can settle in, an old friend shows up looking for protection and a place where nobody knows her name. But that's going to take a miracle... Callie Brewster must relocate to protect her young nephew, Martin, and the only person she trusts is her old Army friend, Finn. Burnt Boot seems like the perfect place to be anonymous, but it turns out a small town with big drama is no place to hide... Praise for The Cowboy's Christmas Baby: "Featuring a down-home cast of characters that feel more like family than fiction, this story makes for the perfect escape."—RT Book Reviews, 4 stars
Texas Boots
Author: Sharon DeLano
Publisher: Penguin Group USA
ISBN: 9780140058833
Category : Photography
Languages : en
Pages : 173
Book Description
Traces the history of cowboy boots since the days of the Old West, looks at the craft of contemporary bootmakers, and offers advice on purchasing and caring for cowboy boots
Publisher: Penguin Group USA
ISBN: 9780140058833
Category : Photography
Languages : en
Pages : 173
Book Description
Traces the history of cowboy boots since the days of the Old West, looks at the craft of contemporary bootmakers, and offers advice on purchasing and caring for cowboy boots
Rocking the Cowboy's Christmas
Author: Vicki Lewis Thompson
Publisher: Ocean Dance Press
ISBN: 1638039402
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 240
Book Description
This Christmas a promise brings more than they expected… Farrier Bret McLintock never dreams that delivering a Christmas tree for Molly Dixon will lead to a night of passion. She just moved to Wagon Train, and he’s eager to spend the holidays exploring their fiery relationship. Then he meets her adorable 10-month-old son. Stuff just got real. Molly promised her late husband that baby Zach would grow up with a brother or sister. Her instant attraction to Bret dynamites her meticulous plan for finding the perfect daddy for Zach. Bret wants kids, but not anytime soon. She should give him up, but he’s everything else she’s ever wanted. Will the magic of Christmas give them the gift of a happily-ever-after? Saddle up for the fun-filled Rowdy Ranch series! Steamy western romances from the NYT bestselling author who brought you the Buckskin Brotherhood of Apple Grove, Montana. If you like sexy cowboys, charming small towns, and laugh-out-loud adventures, you’ll love meeting the McLintocks of Rowdy Ranch. ROWDY RANCH The books in this series are standalone romances and can be read in any order. Having the Cowboy's Baby (Beau & Jess) Stoking the Cowboy's Fire (Cheyenne & Kendall) Testing the Cowboy's Resolve (Marsh & Ella) Rocking the Cowboy’s Christmas (Bret & Molly) Roping the Cowboy’s Heart (Clint & Tyra) Tempting the Cowboy’s Sister (Dallas & Angie) Craving the Cowboy’s Kiss (Gil & Faye) Heating Up the Cowboy’s Christmas (Andy & Desiree)
Publisher: Ocean Dance Press
ISBN: 1638039402
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 240
Book Description
This Christmas a promise brings more than they expected… Farrier Bret McLintock never dreams that delivering a Christmas tree for Molly Dixon will lead to a night of passion. She just moved to Wagon Train, and he’s eager to spend the holidays exploring their fiery relationship. Then he meets her adorable 10-month-old son. Stuff just got real. Molly promised her late husband that baby Zach would grow up with a brother or sister. Her instant attraction to Bret dynamites her meticulous plan for finding the perfect daddy for Zach. Bret wants kids, but not anytime soon. She should give him up, but he’s everything else she’s ever wanted. Will the magic of Christmas give them the gift of a happily-ever-after? Saddle up for the fun-filled Rowdy Ranch series! Steamy western romances from the NYT bestselling author who brought you the Buckskin Brotherhood of Apple Grove, Montana. If you like sexy cowboys, charming small towns, and laugh-out-loud adventures, you’ll love meeting the McLintocks of Rowdy Ranch. ROWDY RANCH The books in this series are standalone romances and can be read in any order. Having the Cowboy's Baby (Beau & Jess) Stoking the Cowboy's Fire (Cheyenne & Kendall) Testing the Cowboy's Resolve (Marsh & Ella) Rocking the Cowboy’s Christmas (Bret & Molly) Roping the Cowboy’s Heart (Clint & Tyra) Tempting the Cowboy’s Sister (Dallas & Angie) Craving the Cowboy’s Kiss (Gil & Faye) Heating Up the Cowboy’s Christmas (Andy & Desiree)
Stoking the Cowboy's Fire
Author: Vicki Lewis Thompson
Publisher: Ocean Dance Press
ISBN: 1638039488
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 223
Book Description
Sold to his sister’s best friend… Cowboy and firefighter Cheyenne McLintock would rather battle a five-alarm blaze than participate in a bachelor auction. But the station needs a new firetruck. Then his sister’s bestie, Kendall Abbott, takes charge of the bidding. He’s kept her at arm’s length until now, but that’s no longer an option. And her innocence is more tempting than he wants to admit. When she was a teen, Kendall decided Cheyenne would be her first lover. She’s been patient for ten years, and now her opportunity has come. The time she won with her fantasy cowboy should do the trick. Baking his favorite cookies and concocting a reason he needs to spend the night gets the ball rolling. No match for her schemes, he goes down in flames. He knows she should expand her horizons. Then why does he hate that idea? Saddle up for the fun-filled Rowdy Ranch series! Steamy western romances from the NYT bestselling author who brought you the Buckskin Brotherhood of Apple Grove, Montana. If you like sexy cowboys, charming small towns, and laugh-out-loud adventures, you’ll love meeting the McLintocks of Rowdy Ranch. ROWDY RANCH The books in this series are standalone romances and can be read in any order. Having the Cowboy's Baby (Beau & Jess) Stoking the Cowboy's Fire (Cheyenne & Kendall) Testing the Cowboy's Resolve (Marsh & Ella) Rocking the Cowboy’s Christmas (Bret & Molly) Roping the Cowboy’s Heart (Clint & Tyra) Tempting the Cowboy's Sister (Dallas & Angie)
Publisher: Ocean Dance Press
ISBN: 1638039488
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 223
Book Description
Sold to his sister’s best friend… Cowboy and firefighter Cheyenne McLintock would rather battle a five-alarm blaze than participate in a bachelor auction. But the station needs a new firetruck. Then his sister’s bestie, Kendall Abbott, takes charge of the bidding. He’s kept her at arm’s length until now, but that’s no longer an option. And her innocence is more tempting than he wants to admit. When she was a teen, Kendall decided Cheyenne would be her first lover. She’s been patient for ten years, and now her opportunity has come. The time she won with her fantasy cowboy should do the trick. Baking his favorite cookies and concocting a reason he needs to spend the night gets the ball rolling. No match for her schemes, he goes down in flames. He knows she should expand her horizons. Then why does he hate that idea? Saddle up for the fun-filled Rowdy Ranch series! Steamy western romances from the NYT bestselling author who brought you the Buckskin Brotherhood of Apple Grove, Montana. If you like sexy cowboys, charming small towns, and laugh-out-loud adventures, you’ll love meeting the McLintocks of Rowdy Ranch. ROWDY RANCH The books in this series are standalone romances and can be read in any order. Having the Cowboy's Baby (Beau & Jess) Stoking the Cowboy's Fire (Cheyenne & Kendall) Testing the Cowboy's Resolve (Marsh & Ella) Rocking the Cowboy’s Christmas (Bret & Molly) Roping the Cowboy’s Heart (Clint & Tyra) Tempting the Cowboy's Sister (Dallas & Angie)
Stand-Up Cowboy
Author: Vicki Lewis Thompson
Publisher: Ocean Dance Press
ISBN: 1946759988
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 219
Book Description
He’s reined in by a little buckaroo… Buckskin wrangler Garrett Whittaker has found the woman of his dreams in single-mom Anna Warren. He’s eager to be in her life, but she refuses to date until her toddler son is in college. Her intimidating ex left little Georgie afraid of men and Anna wary of making another mistake. If Garrett can win Georgie’s trust, he has a shot. If he can’t, he’s out of luck. One hot kiss tells him Anna’s worth fighting for, but he doesn’t know much about kids. His fate is in the chubby hands of a two-year-old. Saddle up for the fun-filled Buckskin Brotherhood series! Steamy western romances from the NYT bestselling author who brought you The McGavin Brothers of Eagles Nest, Montana. If you like sexy cowboys, charming small towns, and laugh-out-loud adventures, you’ll love meeting the Buckskin Brotherhood. THE BUCKSKIN BROTHERHOOD The books in this series are standalone romances and can be read in any order. Sweet-Talking Cowboy (Matt & Lucy) Big-Hearted Cowboy (Jake & Millie) Baby-Daddy Cowboy (CJ & Isabel) True-Blue Cowboy (Nick & Eva) Strong-Willed Cowboy (Rafe & Kate) Secret-Santa Cowboy (Leo & Fiona) Stand-Up Cowboy (Garrett & Anna) Single-Dad Cowboy (Zeke & Nell) Marriage-Minded Cowboy (Teague & Val) Gift-Giving Cowboy (Sky & Penny)
Publisher: Ocean Dance Press
ISBN: 1946759988
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 219
Book Description
He’s reined in by a little buckaroo… Buckskin wrangler Garrett Whittaker has found the woman of his dreams in single-mom Anna Warren. He’s eager to be in her life, but she refuses to date until her toddler son is in college. Her intimidating ex left little Georgie afraid of men and Anna wary of making another mistake. If Garrett can win Georgie’s trust, he has a shot. If he can’t, he’s out of luck. One hot kiss tells him Anna’s worth fighting for, but he doesn’t know much about kids. His fate is in the chubby hands of a two-year-old. Saddle up for the fun-filled Buckskin Brotherhood series! Steamy western romances from the NYT bestselling author who brought you The McGavin Brothers of Eagles Nest, Montana. If you like sexy cowboys, charming small towns, and laugh-out-loud adventures, you’ll love meeting the Buckskin Brotherhood. THE BUCKSKIN BROTHERHOOD The books in this series are standalone romances and can be read in any order. Sweet-Talking Cowboy (Matt & Lucy) Big-Hearted Cowboy (Jake & Millie) Baby-Daddy Cowboy (CJ & Isabel) True-Blue Cowboy (Nick & Eva) Strong-Willed Cowboy (Rafe & Kate) Secret-Santa Cowboy (Leo & Fiona) Stand-Up Cowboy (Garrett & Anna) Single-Dad Cowboy (Zeke & Nell) Marriage-Minded Cowboy (Teague & Val) Gift-Giving Cowboy (Sky & Penny)
Cowboys Like Us
Author: Vicki Lewis Thompson
Publisher: Ocean Dance Press
ISBN: 1638039666
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 173
Book Description
When love means saying goodbye… After a career ending sports injury, Logan Carswell retreats to a small Wyoming town to heal mind and body. But his short-term solution hits a snag when he meets sexy bartender Caro Davis. She’s everything he’s ever wanted. A generous lover. A loyal friend. But she’s firmly planted in a place he’ll never call home. Tending bar at the Spirits and Spurs suits Caro just fine. She’s a small-town girl who isn’t about to leave Shoshone or her ailing grandmother. Not even for the kindest, hottest man she’s ever met. He’s ditched his big-city clothes for cowboy duds, but the change is temporary. And every moment they share brings her closer to heartbreak… Saddle up for the Sons of Chance series! Steamy western romances from the NYT bestselling author who brought you The Buckskin Brotherhood of Apple Grove, Montana. If you like sexy cowboys, charming small towns, and laugh-out-loud adventures, you’ll love meeting the residents of the Last Chance Ranch. SONS OF CHANCE The books in this series are standalone romances and can be read in any order. What a Cowboy Wants (Nick & Dominique) A Cowboy's Temptation (Gabe & Morgan) Claimed by the Cowboy (Jack & Josie) Should've Been a Cowboy (Alex & Tyler) Cowboy Up (Clay & Emily) Cowboys Like Us (Logan & Caro) It's Christmas, Cowboy (Tucker & Lacey) It's About Time, Cowboy (Hutch & Katrina) Count on a Cowboy (Wyatt & Olivia) The Way to a Cowboy's Heart (Matthew & Aurelia) Trust in a Cowboy (Rafe & Meg) Only a Cowboy Will Do (Nash & Bethany) Wild About the Cowboy (Luke & Naomi) Cowboys and Angels (Trey & Elle) A Last Chance Christmas (Ben & Molly)
Publisher: Ocean Dance Press
ISBN: 1638039666
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 173
Book Description
When love means saying goodbye… After a career ending sports injury, Logan Carswell retreats to a small Wyoming town to heal mind and body. But his short-term solution hits a snag when he meets sexy bartender Caro Davis. She’s everything he’s ever wanted. A generous lover. A loyal friend. But she’s firmly planted in a place he’ll never call home. Tending bar at the Spirits and Spurs suits Caro just fine. She’s a small-town girl who isn’t about to leave Shoshone or her ailing grandmother. Not even for the kindest, hottest man she’s ever met. He’s ditched his big-city clothes for cowboy duds, but the change is temporary. And every moment they share brings her closer to heartbreak… Saddle up for the Sons of Chance series! Steamy western romances from the NYT bestselling author who brought you The Buckskin Brotherhood of Apple Grove, Montana. If you like sexy cowboys, charming small towns, and laugh-out-loud adventures, you’ll love meeting the residents of the Last Chance Ranch. SONS OF CHANCE The books in this series are standalone romances and can be read in any order. What a Cowboy Wants (Nick & Dominique) A Cowboy's Temptation (Gabe & Morgan) Claimed by the Cowboy (Jack & Josie) Should've Been a Cowboy (Alex & Tyler) Cowboy Up (Clay & Emily) Cowboys Like Us (Logan & Caro) It's Christmas, Cowboy (Tucker & Lacey) It's About Time, Cowboy (Hutch & Katrina) Count on a Cowboy (Wyatt & Olivia) The Way to a Cowboy's Heart (Matthew & Aurelia) Trust in a Cowboy (Rafe & Meg) Only a Cowboy Will Do (Nash & Bethany) Wild About the Cowboy (Luke & Naomi) Cowboys and Angels (Trey & Elle) A Last Chance Christmas (Ben & Molly)
Cow Boys and Cattle Men
Author: Jacqueline M. Moore
Publisher: NYU Press
ISBN: 0814757391
Category : Business & Economics
Languages : en
Pages : 282
Book Description
Cowboys are an American legend, but despite ubiquity in history and popular culture, misperceptions abound. Technically, a cowboy worked with cattle, as a ranch hand, while his boss, the cattleman, owned the ranch. Jacqueline M. Moore casts aside romantic and one-dimensional images of cowboys by analyzing the class, gender, and labor histories of ranching in Texas during the second half of the nineteenth century. As working-class men, cowboys showed their masculinity through their skills at work as well as public displays in town. But what cowboys thought was manly behavior did not always match those ideas of the business-minded cattlemen, who largely absorbed middle-class masculine ideals of restraint. Real men, by these standards, had self-mastery over their impulses and didn’t fight, drink, gamble or consort with "unsavory" women. Moore explores how, in contrast to the mythic image, from the late 1870s on, as the Texas frontier became more settled and the open range disappeared, the real cowboys faced increasing demands from the people around them to rein in the very traits that Americans considered the most masculine. Published in Cooperation with the William P. Clements Center for Southwest Studies, Southern Methodist University.
Publisher: NYU Press
ISBN: 0814757391
Category : Business & Economics
Languages : en
Pages : 282
Book Description
Cowboys are an American legend, but despite ubiquity in history and popular culture, misperceptions abound. Technically, a cowboy worked with cattle, as a ranch hand, while his boss, the cattleman, owned the ranch. Jacqueline M. Moore casts aside romantic and one-dimensional images of cowboys by analyzing the class, gender, and labor histories of ranching in Texas during the second half of the nineteenth century. As working-class men, cowboys showed their masculinity through their skills at work as well as public displays in town. But what cowboys thought was manly behavior did not always match those ideas of the business-minded cattlemen, who largely absorbed middle-class masculine ideals of restraint. Real men, by these standards, had self-mastery over their impulses and didn’t fight, drink, gamble or consort with "unsavory" women. Moore explores how, in contrast to the mythic image, from the late 1870s on, as the Texas frontier became more settled and the open range disappeared, the real cowboys faced increasing demands from the people around them to rein in the very traits that Americans considered the most masculine. Published in Cooperation with the William P. Clements Center for Southwest Studies, Southern Methodist University.