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An intimate account of the American Indian rodeo circuit, with text by Arizona State University history professor Peter Iverson and photographs by Linda MacCannell, whose fine b&w portraits offer insight into the skill, pride, and excitement of the Indian rodeo circuit from Alberta to Arizona. Anno

Product Details

• Amazon Sales Rank: #1243193 in Books
• Published on: 1999-04
• Original language: English
• Binding: Paperback
• 120 pages

From Booklist
Books dealing with rodeo generally overlook the Indian rodeo circuit. Rodeo is an activity that continues to be a significant part of Native American life, reinforcing the importance of competition and achievement. This book is not a comprehensive history of Indian rodeo but rather a story of native adaptation and cultural continuity. The easy-to-read text is accompanied by exceptional black-and-white photographs by Linda MacCannell, conveying an intimate view of the role cowboying and rodeo play in the Native American lifestyle. Anyone interested in the contemporary culture of American Indians, particularly how families pass on their passion and skills from one generation to the next, will certainly be captivated. Two excellent maps provide a reference not only to the Indian reservations but also to various towns and cities mentioned in the text. A glossary of rodeo terms and events is provided, as well as a list of Indian communities. Highly recommended for collections related to either Native Americans or rodeo. Fred Egloff