Buckaroo Heart

Buckaroo Heart
Author: Rick Steber
Publisher: Bonanza Publishing
Total Pages: 24
Release: 2012-08-24
Genre: Biography & Autobiography
ISBN:

A COWBOY AND THE LOVE OF HIS LIFE Herman Vowell grew up on an Oregon homestead dreaming of being a cowboy. He was barely 21 when he became buckaroo boss of the Pitchfork Ranch, one of the biggest spreads in the West. He felt his life was complete and then he met Betty Torrens, a city girl from California. They fell in love and married during the darkest days of World War II. They settled on a sprawling ranch in the heart of the Devils Garden and worked together calving a thousand head of cows, putting up meadow hay with horse-drawn equipment, chasing wild mustangs. When tragedy, and the outside world, encroached on their remote ranch, they stood side by side and fought to retain their vanishing way of life. Rick Steber, one of the Wests most popular authors, tells Herman and Betty's story with words that will capture your heart with their tenderness. BUCKAROO HEART is a true western classic, a story of love so powerful and pure and strong, it is everlasting.

Buckaroo Heart

Buckaroo Heart
Author: Rick Steber
Publisher:
Total Pages: 227
Release: 2002-10-31
Genre: Fiction
ISBN: 9780945134329

Herman Vowell was a cowboy; Betty was a city girl. But their powerful love survived the dark days of World War 2, the encroachment of civilization into their isolated ranch, and the devastating ravages of breast cancer.

Your Heart's Desire

Your Heart's Desire
Author: Melody Carlson
Publisher: Center Street
Total Pages: 158
Release: 2016-01-05
Genre: Fiction
ISBN: 1455528137

Bestselling author Melody Carlson captures hearts with a beautifully written romance set just after World War II. It's almost New Year's 1946, a perfect time for Caroline Marshall to start a new chapter in her life. Widowed three years ago when she lost her husband in the war, she has decided to move with her nine-year-old son to join her sister's family in sunny California. Her sister's new house has a basement apartment for Caroline to rent, and though jobs for women are scarce with so many veterans returning from the war, it seems the local chocolate factory is hiring. The apartment turns out to be rather dingy, and the job may be working the assembly line -- a step down from Caroline's office job as a secretary back in Minnesota. But Caroline is determined to make a great new life for herself and her son. As she goes about making that happen, she keeps running into a handsome stranger -- at the diner, at church, and he even works for M.G. Chocolates. With a New Year, a new home, and a new job, is Caroline ready to find new love?

150 Western Classics

150 Western Classics
Author: Mark Twain
Publisher: Good Press
Total Pages: 12830
Release: 2023-12-28
Genre: Fiction
ISBN:

150 Western Classics presents an unparalleled assembly of stories that weave the rich tapestry of the American West, capturing its vast landscapes, its tumultuous history, and its indomitable spirit. This anthology showcases a diversity of literary styles, ranging from the rugged realism of frontier life to the romanticized myths that have come to define the genre. The collection embodies the essence of Western literature, featuring narratives that explore the complexities of human nature against the backdrop of the American frontier. Standout pieces within the anthology include tales of high adventure, stoic courage, and the relentless pursuit of justice, all of which contribute to the reimagining and preservation of the American West in the literary canon. The contributing authors and editors of 150 Western Classics bring together a remarkable range of backgrounds, from celebrated novelists like Mark Twain and Willa Cather to pioneering Western storytellers such as Zane Grey and Owen Wister. This collective reflects a myriad of historical, cultural, and literary movements, from the realism and romanticism that defined early American literature to the naturalism that informed the later works. Together, these voices create a multidimensional portrait of the American West, offering readers an expansive perspective on its legends, hardships, and triumphs. 150 Western Classics is an essential volume for anyone interested in exploring the depth and diversity of the American West through its literature. This anthology provides a unique opportunity to engage with the works of some of the genre's most influential figures, offering a comprehensive view that spans the classic to the contemporary. Readers are invited to immerse themselves in this collection for its educational value, its breadth of insights, and the ongoing dialogue it fosters between the myriad authors' works. It is a testament to the enduring allure of the West and its capacity to inspire storytelling that resonates across generations.

The American Film Institute Catalog of Motion Pictures Produced in the United States: Feature Films

The American Film Institute Catalog of Motion Pictures Produced in the United States: Feature Films
Author: American Film Institute
Publisher: Univ of California Press
Total Pages: 1198
Release: 1993
Genre: Motion pictures
ISBN: 9780520079083

"The entire field of film historians awaits the AFI volumes with eagerness."--Eileen Bowser, Museum of Modern Art Film Department Comments on previous volumes: "The source of last resort for finding socially valuable . . . films that received such scant attention that they seem 'lost' until discovered in the AFI Catalog."--Thomas Cripps "Endlessly absorbing as an excursion into cultural history and national memory."--Arthur Schlesinger, Jr.

Red White Black

Red White Black
Author: Rick Steber
Publisher: Bonanza Publishing
Total Pages: 166
Release:
Genre: Biography & Autobiography
ISBN:

At the 1911 Pendleton Round-Up, the Saddle Bronc Championship of the Northewst came down to three men of different colors - Jackson Sundown, a Nez Perce Indian, John Spain, a white man from pioneering stock, and George Fletcher, an African American. Red. White. Black. What happened that September day in 1911 - the judges decision and the reaction of the crowd in the aftermath - forever changed our historyc, and the way the sport of rodeo, and the emerging West, was to look at itself. This edition includes over 70 black and white historical photographs.

A Better Man

A Better Man
Author: Rick Steber
Publisher: Bonanza Publishing
Total Pages: 144
Release: 2015-06-23
Genre: Biography & Autobiography
ISBN: 0945134436

The True Story of One Man's Incredible Journey. Dave Franke might have been content to lead the life of a simple cowboy. But he believed in the American Dream, started a construction company and rode the crest of a building boom to the pinnacle of success. When the Great Recession hit and interest rates topped 24%, he lost it all. He drowned his failures with alcohol. Then one day, out on the broad sweep of the desert, God and Satan had a fistfight over his alcoholic soul. This is powerful story of profit and loss, of weakness and strength: a story of love, forgiveness, deliverance and redemption.

Buckaroo's Code

Buckaroo's Code
Author: Wayne D. Overholser
Publisher: Speaking Volumes
Total Pages: 220
Release:
Genre: Fiction
ISBN: 1628154225

Hell on high red wheels! Cotton Drennan had packed a good many smoky years into a short span of time. For him, death lurked in shadowy alleys, and he watched them carefully always. He owed his life to that care—and to a fast and accu­rate gun. The Broken Ring Ranch was the biggest on the range and get­ting bigger—with the help of a gun-heavy crew. And nobody but Cotton Drennan seemed to give a damn about the injustice of Broken Ring's big grab. Cot­ton had been through range wars before, but never with the odds quite so great against him—never with so few on his side. BUCKAROO'S CODE All He Asked Was An Even Draw Three-time Winner of the Spur Award Wayne D. Overholser

All Around

All Around
Author: Rick Steber
Publisher: Bonanza Publishing
Total Pages: 151
Release:
Genre: True Crime
ISBN:

This true contemporary story reads like pages ripped from a dime novel. All-Around rodeo cowboy, Mac Griffith, is gunned down after a barroom brawl. The shooter is arrested and charged with murder. At the ensuing trial, a cast of truly colorful western characters parade to the witness stand. It is their testimony—what they have to say and what they are not allowed to say—that leads the jury to make its ultimate decision. After a half-century this case is revisited, and this time those involved in the shooting tell all the graphic details of what happened, why it happened and what has played out in the aftermath. And you, the reader, have the opportunity, and perhaps the responsibility and obligation, to examine the testimony and facts of the case and come to a decision on whether a guilty man was allowed to walk free, or was the man who pulled the trigger acting within his constitutional rights when he stood his ground and took the life of another man. The final decision will be up to you, the 13th juror.

The Ultimate Western Collection

The Ultimate Western Collection
Author: Mark Twain
Publisher: Good Press
Total Pages: 15295
Release: 2023-12-29
Genre: Fiction
ISBN:

The Ultimate Western Collection is a monumental anthology that captures the rugged ethos and sweeping landscapes of the American frontier. Through a rich tapestry of narratives, this compilation spans a wide array of literary styles, from the gritty realism of pioneer life to the romanticized vistas of the Wild West. The anthology showcases the diversity and significance of the genre, including standout pieces that have shaped the cultural imagery of the American West. The esteemed array of authors contributes stories that vary from high adventure to introspective character studies, each adding depth and nuance to the understanding of the Western ethos. The contributors to this anthology, including luminaries like Mark Twain, Willa Cather, and Jack London, among others, bring with them backgrounds as diverse as the landscapes they describe. Their collective works, rooted in different epochs of American history, offer a panoramic view of the cultural, social, and economic forces that have shaped the American West. By aligning with historical, cultural, or literary movements, these authors enrich the anthology's thematic coherence, providing readers with an immersive experience into the trials, tribulations, and triumphs of Western life. The Ultimate Western Collection offers readers a unique opportunity to delve into the multifaceted world of Western literature. It is an educational journey through the heart and soul of America, encouraging exploration of its vast and varied narratives. Through its comprehensive selection, the anthology fosters a dialogue between the works of established masters and lesser-known authors, each contributing distinct voices to the collective story of the American frontier. It is a must-read for anyone eager to explore the depth and breadth of Western literature, and to understand the enduring allure of the Wild West.