{"product_id":"the-cowboy-encyclopedia","title":"The Cowboy Encyclopedia","description":"\u003cp\u003eWith 450 broad-ranging entries  The Cowboy Encyclopedia is an informative  comprehensive  and entertaining reference to the history and culture of cowboys. From Clint Eastwood  cattle drives  Buffalo Bill Cody  and outlaws to John Wayne  rodeos  roundups  and the Cisco Kid  Richard W. Slattas The Cowboy Encyclopedia is a one-of-a-kind reference to the people  places  equipment and dress  historical events  terminology  and cultural imagery surrounding the cowboys of both North and South America. Extensively cross-referenced and expertly researched  The Cowboy Encyclopedia is a must for the serious student of cowboy life and Western Americana  as well as an enjoyable treat for the armchair cowboy.  In this fascinating volume  myth and reality come together to provide a detailed exploration into how and why the romantic cowboy image came into being. Through numerous topical entries that study the role of cowboys in art  literature  and film  to briefer subject entries focusing on cowboy terminology  readers can take away an insightful and broad perspective of the cowboy culture and its powerful influence over Americas vision of the Western frontier. Best Reference Source 1994  Library Journal Outstanding Reference Sources 1995  RASD American Library Association\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"My Store","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44963072901173,"sku":"ByrdShop_0393314731","price":56.15,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0627\/8139\/0901\/files\/9780393314731.jpg?v=1770405918","url":"https:\/\/atxbooks.com\/products\/the-cowboy-encyclopedia","provider":"ATX Books","version":"1.0","type":"link"}