A documentary study of the rodeo cowboy's life that describes the lure of competition and the rigors and excitement of the rodeo.

Describes the history, regulations, and events of the modern professional rodeo.

"African American George Fletcher loved horses from an early age. When he unfairly lost the 1911 Pendleton Round-Up to a white man, the outraged audience declared him "people's champion"--Provided by publisher.

Illustrated with more than 450 color photographs and historic images, this book pays tribute to the life and legacy of the pioneer woman in the American West, who worked on ranches, performed in Wild West shows, and competed in the rodeo arena.