COWBOY LINGO

Hardback. The first book devoted entirely to the language of the cowman - Rampaging Herd No. 13. A fascinating look at all aspects of the cowboy, his life and work, by an author who was one of the foremost authorities on Western history. A pencil note on the ffep says "Pure Entertainment". Well illus. by Nick Eggenhofer who was known for his superb western dry-brush illustrations and later produced highly esteemed watercolours and oils for Western galleries. Illus. 257pp. 8vo. h/back. Beige cloth with red titles. With tiny address label to fpd, pencil notes relating to the contents of the book on fpd and ffep, pencil marginalia, lightly browned edges and eps, lightly soiled covers o/w Vg. Scarce.