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The Old-Time Cowhand RAMON F. ADAMS

The Old-Time Cowhand

RAMON F. ADAMS

Other works by RAMON F. ADAMS

Publication: The Macmillan Company, 1961, New York

First edition. 8vo. Cloth, titles stamped in gilt on the spine with author's name in red, x, 354 pp., red top edges, foreword, illustrated, afterword. Illustrated by Nick Eggenhofer. This work is one of Adam's best, an excellent account of the true cowboy. "The most complete, accurate and personal history of the old-time cowboy I have ever read in one volume."---Max Evans. Six Guns 12 says "Has a chapter on cattle rustlers and one on outlaws." Offers a description of a cowhand's cow-punching, bronco-busting, trail driving; his rodeo riding, poker playing, socializing; his horse, guns, rope, clothing, sleeping bag; his eating and drinking habits; his attitude toward God, women, bosses; as well as his unwritten code of conduct. Fine bright copy in clipped dust jacket

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