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Description:Discover the remarkable true story behind one of the most unforgettable moments in Cheyenne Frontier Days history with Aloha Rodeo. Written by David Wolman and Julian Smith, this powerful book follows three native Hawaiian cowboys...

Experience the legends of the West with The Greatest Cowboy Stories Ever Told. This collection brings together twenty three enduring tales that capture the grit, adventure, and spirit of the American frontier. Featuring works from renowned writers like...

Experience the American West through the voices of those who lived it with Wildest Lives of the Frontier. This compelling collection brings together firsthand accounts from some of the most legendary figures in frontier history, offering a raw and...

Celebrate the spirit, humor, and wisdom of the West with What I Know About Cowboys. This thoughtfully curated collection features 125 quotes and sayings that capture the lifestyle, grit, and character of the cowboy way of life. Filled with insight from...

iscover timeless wisdom from one of the West’s most iconic figures with John Wayne’s Way: Life Lessons from the Duke. This book explores the film legacy of John Wayne, highlighting the values, grit, and character that defined his roles and...

Step into the eerie side of frontier history with Haunted Old West: Phantom Cowboys, Spirit Filled Saloons, and Mystical Mine Camps. This spine chilling collection explores the supernatural legends and ghost stories that still linger across the American...

Step into the rugged world of the American West with Great American Cowboy Stories. This collection captures the spirit of the cowboy through tales of adventure, resilience, and life on the open range. From roping buffalo to outlasting winter storms,...

Explore the untamed beginnings of the American West with The Mountain Men: The Dramatic History and Lore of the First Frontiersmen. This compelling book dives into the lives of the rugged trappers and explorers who forged their way through the wilderness...

Explore the rich history and landscapes of the American West with Finding the Wild West: The Mountain West. This engaging guide takes readers through Nevada, Utah, Colorado, Wyoming, and Montana, highlighting the places where Western history comes to...

Why Cows Need Cowboys is an engaging anthology of true stories that brings the American West to life for young readers. Created by Western Writers of America, this collection steps away from traditional textbook history to explore twenty lesser-known but...

This poetry collection by the Wyoming State Poet Laureate reflects a deep devotion to his adopted state and its people. Through clear, accessible language, the poems connect the beauty of Wyoming’s landscapes with the spirit of those who call it...

2019 Sarton Women’s Book Award Nonfiction Category Shortlist This compelling nonfiction work explores the life and legacy of Esther Hobart Morris, the first woman judge in the United States and a central figure in the early Woman Suffrage movement...

The Cowboy’s Cookbook celebrates the food, stories, and traditions that helped shape life in the American West. From classic chuckwagon meals to Dutch-oven favorites, this book blends authentic recipes with photographs, folklore, and tales from the...

This detailed history explores Cheyenne’s formative years and tells the broader story of America’s last West. Founded as a railroad boomtown, Cheyenne quickly earned its reputation as a rough and violent “Hell on Wheels,” rising...

Step into the eerie side of frontier history with Haunted Old West, a spine-tingling collection of ghost stories and legends from across the American West. From phantom cowboys and haunted saloons to mysterious mine camps and spectral encounters, these...

Packed with vintage photographs and detailed historical accounts, Sheepwagon: Home on the Range is an essential read for restorers, historians, and anyone interested in Western heritage. This book explores the origins of the sheepwagon and the unique...

The common element that Broken Nose McCall, Big Nose Parrot, Bad Hand MacKenzie, and Captain Kangaroo share is that they are all part of the fascinating and often strange trivia that can be found in the state of Wyoming. The book "Wyoming Trivia" by...

Dive into the rich history of an iconic company with Nelson-Silvia King of the Rodeo Belt Buckles. This hardback coffee table book traces the company's story from 1941 to the present, exploring its relationships with the Texas Rangers, rodeo throughout...

CFD A Home for Steamboat Book A story about a horse with an unbreakable spirit, A Home for Steamboat is widely known as the symbol of Wyoming, the bucking bronco whose silhouette has been on the state's license plate since 1936. Cared for as a foal by a...

The #1 New York Times bestseller by Pulitzer Prize–winning historian David McCullough rediscovers an important chapter in the American story that’s “as resonant today as ever” (The Wall Street Journal)—the settling...

Go from good to elite with this inspirational tale of triumph. A Colonel & A Cowboy tells the remarkable story of World Champion rodeo great Stran Smith and retired U.S. Army Colonel J. Craig Flowers. Blending actionable lessons from Smith's journey...

In this gripping third book of the Darcy Moreland Mysteries, a chilling discovery—a bloody bison head and an arrow—sets off a chain of violence and intrigue. Investigative reporter Darcy Moreland is determined to expose a deep-seated...

Introduce your little one to the magic of the season with "The First Christmas" Soft Book. Made from a gentle, soft fabric, this book is perfect for small hands to hold, touch, and explore. It tells the classic Christmas story in a simple, engaging way,...

This fascinating book, The Wild West Catalog, captures the essence of the greatest period of expansion in the United States. Illustrated with over 250 illustrations, including historical photographs and artworks, the book brings the complete Old West...

In "No Ordinary Journey," award-winning author Mary Barmeyer O'Brien brings her deep knowledge of women's history and the overland trails to life. Drawing from her extensive experience writing about pioneers, O'Brien takes readers on a compelling...

John Baptiste Richard, known as "Reshaw," was a fearless adventurer and opportunist who was always right in the middle of the action. The early American West was changing fast, and Richard was there to jump on opportunities before others even realized...

These Farm Page Pals Plush Animals are soft and cuddly companions for anyone who loves farm animals. Each plush stands 9 1/2" tall and is available in a variety of animals, including a chicken, cow, duck, horse, pig, and sheep. Height: 9...

This cookbook is a delicious blend of western recipes, vintage photographs, and tall tales. It provides a selection of recipes that are both hearty and imaginative. From Cow Punchers Punch to Texas Two-Step Blackberry Dumplings, the recipes are suitable...

A covered wagon on a dim road, the promise of a long journey, and the wonder of what lay ahead filled the shadowy spaces of Mary Sheehan Ronan's earliest memories. By the time she was a married woman in her twenties, she was a well-seasoned pioneer,...

In Bad Girls: Outlaw Women of the American West, author and historian Michael Rutter profiles 21 pistol-packin' women. Drawing on both fact and folklore, the book brings these figures to life by exploring their motives, hopes, and dreams. You'll meet...

In the second book of the Darcy Moreland Mysteries, TV reporter Darcy Moreland finds herself embroiled in a homicide investigation. Two sets of bones are discovered buried 60 years apart in an old house, and Darcy gets permission to cover the story. Her...

Explore the rich past of Cheyenne's historic Lakeview Cemetery, a repository of local and state history created in 1871. Authors Starley Talbott and Michael Kassel explore the lives of the famous and not-so-famous citizens resting in its hallowed grounds...

This New York Times Bestseller is an epic account of Rinker Buck's 2,000-mile journey across the Oregon Trail in a covered wagon with a team of mules. The book is a blend of a cross-country adventure, American history, and a personal saga. It is a...

Bring motion to storytime with Gallop! A Scanimation Picture Book, a one of a kind children’s book that makes animals appear to move right before your eyes. Using innovative Scanimation technology, each page creates the illusion of motion, showing...

Grab your colored pencils or crayons and embark on a historic adventure with this Lewis & Clark Coloring Book. This educational comic-book-to-color features the art of Ted Rechlin and follows the amazing journey of Meriwether Lewis, William Clark,...

In "Along Came a Cowgirl: Daring and Iconic Women of Rodeos and Wild West Shows," New York Times best-selling author Chris Enss introduces you to the world of early rodeo. This book tells the stories of the daring women who defied all expectations to...

Join the fun with The Rowdy Randy Wild West Show Activity & Coloring Book! This unique book was created with the help of the Casper, Wyoming Park Elementary 4th grade class, making it a truly special project. Filled with games, puzzles, mazes, and...

Join Rowdy Randy as she puts on the greatest Wild West show ever! In this exciting adventure, critters from all over are auditioning to be a part of the show, but an unwanted character is lurking in the shadows, ready to take all the credit. This story...

Meet Rowdy Randy, a horsefly with a personality bigger than the Wild West! This sassy, trouble-making broncobuster might be easy to overlook, but she definitely can't be ignored. Saddle up and hold on tight for a story that will jangle your spurs and...

“Otters Dance is a treatise on ranching, conservation, wildlife, family, and most of all a unique appreciation of our home state of Wyoming…This is an absolute must-read for anyone who wants to understand the landscape, history, and culture...

Explore the Cheyenne, Wyoming region in ways you've never considered. This book is the ultimate guide to one of the most iconic Western cities in America. Authored by local insider Andi Jaspersen, it offers in-depth planning advice for visitors and...

Here are the real Wyoming stories, set not on Brokeback Mountain but against the Wind River country and the rugged landscape of the oilfields, written by someone who grew up on the land. Robert Roripaugh has gathered his best short stories from a...

Buckaroo in Bloomers: The Myth and Mystery of Prairie Rose Henderson Before there were rodeo queens, audiences in the first decades of the 1900s were thrilled by the exploits of rough riding belles of the rodeo. Prairie Rose Henderson was one of those...

Etta Place: Riding into History with Butch Cassidy and the Sundance Kid Hardcover Description:Uncover the mystery of one of the Wild West’s most elusive figures in Etta Place: Riding into History with Butch Cassidy and the Sundance Kid by D. J...

Discover the blurred lines between lawmen and outlaws in When Outlaws Wore Badges. This fascinating look at the Old West reveals how some of the most well known figures carried both a badge and a criminal past, challenging the traditional image of...

The Lincoln Highway was the first continuous road to connect the coasts, allowing newly motorized Americans to cross the country by car. This book allows readers to travel across 100 years of the highway, from New York City to San Francisco.

These are the stories of what happened in the West as the trickle then flood of Easterners and immigrants first began to flow into the plains, deserts, and mountains between the Pacific Ocean and the Mississippi River and, finally, far north into The...

Dell Burke was a political and economic influence on the frontier, but it didn't happen overnight. Thrust into poverty by the untimely end of marriage, spirited Dell Burke pursued adventure and wealth. Alaskan gold and Montana copper mines enticed her...

The Western Horseman Recipe File is exactly what the title promises—a hearty, well-rounded collection of cowboy-inspired recipes drawn from the magazine’s popular Cowboy Style section. Designed for anyone who appreciates authentic Western...

Wyoming Off the Beaten Path features the things travelers and locals want to see and experience––if only they knew about them. From the best in local dining to quirky cultural tidbits to hidden attractions, unique finds, and unusual...

Some of the legendary gunmen of the Old West were lawmen, but more, like Billy the Kid and Jesse James, were outlaws. Tom Horn (1860–1903) was both. Lawman, soldier, hired gunman, detective, outlaw, and assassin, this darkly enigmatic figure has...

Pulling Leather: Being the Early Recollections of a Cowboy on the Wyoming Range, 1884 - 1889 by Reuben B. Mullins “During April in 1884, I took Horace Greeley’s advice and headed for the big, open spaces in Wyoming. After dodging brakemen...

This limited-edition book commemorates 125 years of Cheyenne Frontier Days. It captures the event's rich history and action, from bull-riding and rodeo stars to the chuckwagon cookoff and Old Frontier Town. This collector’s book features photos and...

Prior to Wyoming becoming the forty-fourth state in the Union on July 10, 1890, the territorial legislature passed a bill authorizing the construction of a capitol at a maximum cost of $150,000. Governor Warren signed the bill on March 4, 1886, and...

Cowboys, Mountain Men & Grizzly Bears! The romance of the West is built on an endless armature of shootouts and train robberies, cowboys versus Indians, white hat versus black, and everybody versus the wilderness. From John Colter's harrowing escape...

As the oldest continuously active U.S. Air Force military installation, it's no wonder Francis E. Warren Air Force Base is one of the most haunted military bases in the nation. Rumor has it that residents keep a log of unnatural incidents, like early...

Celebrating at their encampment near Crow Creek on July 4, 1867, railroad surveyors named the settlement after the local Cheyenne tribe. By the time the Union Pacific Railroad arrived in November, the town had grown from a tent city to a “Hell on...

Author Bill Betenson grew up hearing family stories around the campfire about his famous uncle Robert LeRoy Parker, better known as the outlaw Butch Cassidy. Betenson has spent decades asking questions about the life and exploits of Butch Cassidy. He...

Author Diana Allen Kouris, a native of Brown’s Park, utilized her personal and family connections, along with years of research, to meticulously and extensively record the fascinating life events of Ann Bassett. Kouris includes...

Step into the untamed American frontier with Journal of a Trapper: Nine Years in the Rocky Mountains, 1834–1843 by Osborne Russell. This firsthand account chronicles nine rugged years in the wilderness, offering an authentic look at life along the...

Experience the raw and rugged life of the early frontier with The Adventures of the Mountain Men: True Tales of Hunting, Trapping, Fighting, and Survival. This collection brings together powerful stories of the men who explored and survived the Rocky...

Dive into the legacy of the American West through the lens of one of its most iconic figures with John Wayne’s Wild West: An Illustrated History of Cowboys, Gunfighters, Weapons, and Equipment. This visually rich book explores how John Wayne helped...

Experience the West at one of the world's greatest western celebrations! Join Rusty the Ranch Horse and his cowboy at Frontier Days as they have a day full of adventure and excitement. Rusty and his cowboy dream of the big win at the world's largest...

Dutch isn’t a pot: He’s a cast-iron oven. Following Dutch’s life from when he was first “born” in 1865 through his travels across the prairie in a covered wagon and his arrival in a log cabin home, the story explores...

Read and relish some of America's greatest outdoor stories and characters in J.I. Merritt's The Last Buffalo Hunt & Other Stories. The stories in this anthology originally appeared in different publications, such as Field and Stream Magazine,...

Elusive. Otherworldly. Beautiful. These words and many more can be used to describe one of North America's most enigmatic creatures: the jackalope. The purpose of this field guide is to provide the reader with a scientifically accurate description of the...

True Books have been upgraded and updated. Information is presented in a thorough yet engaging manner, featuring lively sidebars, a glossary, visual back matter, and an index.

Horse lovers and artists of all ages will delight in drawing and doodling their way through the pages of this vibrant coloring book!Young equestrians will love getting creative with this book that’s full of ponies that are running, rearing,...

On November 20, 1903, Tom Horn was hanged in Cheyenne, Wyoming, for the murder of a fourteen-year-old nester boy. Horn-army scout and interpreter for Generals Willcox, Crook, and Miles in the Apache wars, Pinkerton operative, cattle detective, and "King...

Scares and frights and mysteries! Haunted houses! Eerie voices! The walking dead! Here are the ghosts of Wyoming, the strange but true tales of unnerving sights and sounds that have never been explained. Footsteps when no one is there. Things that move...

Soap Suds Row: The Bold Lives of Army Laundresses 1802-1876 By Jennifer J. Lawrence Women have always followed the troops, but military laundresses were the first to be carried on the rolls of the U.S. Army. They traveled and lived alongside the soldiers...

Many women of different backgrounds lived together in the American West. Former enslaved women left the racism of the Southern states to find a new life. White settlers traveled alone or with their families seeking their fortune as farmers, teachers, or...

Boeing Air Transport, a precursor of United Air Lines, began carrying passengers in 1927 on small, uncomfortable airplanes with few amenities. Steve Stimpson, manager of Boeing's San Francisco office, considered hiring stewards to alleviate passengers'...

Step into the action and adventure of the frontier with Great American Western Stories. This exciting collection brings together some of the finest tales of the American West, capturing the spirit of cowboys, outlaws, and the untamed landscape that...

Updated and expanded for its twentieth anniversary—the beloved book that tells the stories of the women who traveled West.In Heart of the Trail Mary Barmeyer O'Brien beautifully captures the triumphs and tribulations of women who crossed the...

Captures the spirit of the West in this thrilling ride to the 'Daddy of 'em All.' Rich in centruy-old tradition and brimming with excitement, Cheyenne Frontier Days explodes with spine- tingling action and dazzling entertainment. Features: Cheyenne...

Cowboys are icons of the American West. They represent courage, work ethic, perseverance, and the independent spirit. Their most valuable partner is their horse; they work together with livestock, checking fences and much more. The saddle they share must...

Award Winning Publication....The story of the United States Transcontinental Air Mail Service, the first of its kind in the world, is one of romanticism and danger. Through calm or storm, in light or dark, a contingent of courageous couriers relayed the...

Staking Her Claim Women Homesteading the West by Marcia Hensley shares the powerful true stories of frontier women who seized opportunity in the early 1900s by claiming land in the still wild American West. Instead of debating rights, these determined...

Outlaw Tales of Wyoming Book, Second Edition Massacres, mayhem, and mischief fill the pages of Outlaw Tales of Wyoming, Second Edition, with compelling legends of the Cowboy State's most despicable desperadoes. Ride with horse thieves and cattle...

Wyoming Curiosities: Quirky Characters, Roadside Oddities & Other Offbeat Stuff Laugh your way through Wyoming. Your round-trip ticket to the wildest, wackiest, most outrageous people, places, and things the Cowboy State has to offer. Whether you're...

Wyoming Cookbook: Lip Smackin' Wyoming Recipes More than 130 lip smackin', palate pleasin' Wyoming recipes. Enjoy the flavors of Wyoming! Bed and breakfasts, inns, caterers, chefs, food associations and councils, chefs and family cooks have contributed...

Rustlers...The lynching of Ellen Watson and Jim Averell by six prominent and politically powerful Wyoming cattlemen rocked the nation in July 1889. Newspapers immediately proclaimed that Ellen Watson (mistakenly called Cattle Kate) and Jim Averell were...

Cheyenne Frontier Days BookCFD originated in 1897 after a few individuals conceived a signature event as a way to revive the thrilling incidents and pictures of life in the Old West. Their vision included a celebration that would bring visitors from all...

In 1894, when A.S. Mercer published this angry eyewitness account of the cattlemen´s invasion of Wyoming, the book was so thoroughly and ruthlessly suppressed that even the copyright copies disappeared from the Library of Congress.Although...

The Images of America series celebrates the history of neighborhood, towns, and cities across the country. Using archival photographs, each title presents the distinctive storeis from the past that shape the character of the community today. Features: ...

Legendary Bucking Horse BookThis is the story behind the horse whose likeness is the symbol of Wyoming seen on the state's license plates and as the University of Wyoming logo. The book traces the history of the bucking horse from his youth on the Two...

Explore the beauty, history, and wide-open landscapes of the Cowboy State with the Must See Wyoming Destinations travel book. This colorful guide highlights iconic landmarks, scenic views, and unforgettable places across Wyoming, making it perfect for...