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"Cow-Boy Life In Texas" W. S. James 1st Ed. Scarce

Currency:USD Category:Collectibles Start Price:100.00 USD Estimated At:300.00 - 600.00 USD
 Cow-Boy Life In Texas  W. S. James 1st Ed. Scarce
Presented in this lot is the Scarce First Edition of "Cow-Boy Life in Texas", by W. S. James, 1893, publisher M. A. Donohue & Co., Chicago. "Over Fifty Illustrations, Taken From Life." "Cow-Boy Life in Texas,...Or...27 Years a Maverick." "A Realistic and True Recital of Wild Life on the Boundless Plains of Texas, being the Actual Experience of Twenty-Seven years in the Exciting Life of a Genuine Cow-Boy Among the Roughs and Toughs of Texas." Over 25 actual illustrations, much sought by collectors of cattle books. This is a narrative of cowboy life in a less-sensational portrayal, which is unusual for this period. Written by a Texas cowhand who turned preacher, W. S. James wrote about the cowboy as he really was, describing cowboy life in considerable detail. This is a rare opportunity to own a piece of Texas history. This green coloured clothbound illustrated hardcover is in nice condition, scuffing to cover edges exhibited, age tanning and foxing observed to intact pages. Measures 5"W x 7.5"L x 1"D, weight 10oz.