The Real American Cowboy
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ISBN: 0941533271 / Publisher: New Amsterdam Books, April 1998
This book explains the growth of the cowboy myth, assesses the effect of that myth on American values and dreams, and contrasts the now-legendary cowboy image with historical reality
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"This is a strong, scholarly, historical account of the cowboy era. The use of photographs, song lyrics, and authentic recollections help make it a convincing portrait."–Kirkus Reviews
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