Presents, in text and illustrations, an overview of the life and legend of the American cowboy.

Chronicles the life and activities of the Western lawman called Wild Bill Hickok.

A biography of the trapper who served as a messenger and guide to the U.S. Army and was accepted as an honorary member of several Native American tribes.

Examines the life and military career of Union general Philip Sheridan, discussing his childhood dream of attending West Point military academy, and his victories during the Civil War.

Tells the story of the legendary trail, the mountain men who blazed the way, and the missionaries who followed.

"Everyone knows that bears live in the mountains-- and there are no mountains in the Texas Panhandle. So, when Slim claims to have seen a bear cross the road, no one knows what to believe. It must have been a burro. That's it, it was a donkey. But then, Deputy Kile reports that there really is a bear on the loose in Ochiltree County! With news like this, the ranch's Security Force goes on Red Alert. Will Hank be able to defend the ranch from a raging,...

When a turkey debacle endangers his relationship with Sally May and a case of poisoning almost kills him, Hank must figure out who might be his mortal enemy.

"Women played an essential role in the development of the West. Women of the American West takes a look at the daring, inventive, and determined women that helped shape the nation."--Publisher's website.