Let the Cowboy Ride : Cattle Ranching in the American West

Starrs, Paul F.

ISBN 10: 0801856841 / ISBN 13: 9780801856846

Editore: Johns Hopkins University Press, 1998

Former library copy. Pages intact with minimal writing/highlighting. The binding may be loose and creased. Dust jackets/supplements are not included. Includes library markings. Stock photo provided. Product includes identifying sticker. Better World Books: Buy Books. Do Good. Codice articolo 4285310-6

Riassunto:

This beautifully designed volume, illustrated with 130 photographs and maps, traces the history and geography of ranching in the United States. Starrs (geography, U. of Nevada) explains how Congress mistakenly applied standards of land management better suited to the realities of Eastern farmers to the cattle lands of the West, resulting in conflicts which in many ways continue to play themselves out to this day. General historical and theoretical overviews are augmented by five regional case studies. The author leavens an academic approach with the experience of having himself worked for six years as a cattleman. Annotation c. by Book News, Inc., Portland, Or.

Recensione:

"Paul Starrs takes us on a lively, insightful ride through the varied ranch lands of the American West. Drawing skillfully on his visits to many different ranching areas, he clearly illuminates the difficulties confronting ranchers yesterday and today. Starrs also levels sharp criticisms at U.S. western land policy. Even readers who disagree with his prescriptions will find Starrs a stimulating, often provocative guide." -- Richard W. Slatta, author of The Cowboy Encyclopedia and Cowboys of the Americas

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Titolo: Let the Cowboy Ride : Cattle Ranching in the...
Casa editrice: Johns Hopkins University Press
Data di pubblicazione: 1998
Legatura: Rilegato
Condizione: Good
Edizione: 1st.