Best Selling Books by Will James

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"Cow Country" is a classic collection of stories and sketches that captures the rugged spirit and authentic atmosphere of the American West. Written and illustrated by the legendary cowboy artist Will James, the work offers a firsthand glimpse into the daily lives, challenges, and triumphs of the men who worked the open range. Through a series of compelling vignettes, James explores the deep-seated traditions of ranching, the harsh beauty of the landscape, and the intricate bond between the cowboy and his horse. The narrative style reflects the vernacular and grit of the plains, bringing a sense of realism to every page. From the excitement of the cattle roundup to the quiet, solitary moments under a vast western sky, "Cow Country" serves as an evocative tribute to a definitive era in American history. James''s expertise as a real-life cowboy shines through in his detailed descriptions of stock handling and the nuances of frontier survival. This collection remains a vital piece of Western literature, celebrated for its honesty, its vibrant illustrations, and its enduring portrayal of the frontier spirit and the disappearing way of life on the range. This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you may see the original copyright references, library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world), and other notations in the work. This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work. As a reproduction of a historical artifact, this work may contain missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.

"The Drifting Cowboy" is a vivid and authentic exploration of the life of an itinerant ranch hand in the American West. Through a series of interconnected sketches and stories, Will James captures the essence of the range, focusing on the deep bond between a cowboy and his horse. The narrative follows the titular drifter as he moves from ranch to ranch, facing the harsh realities of the elements and the demanding physical labor of cattle work. James provides an insider''s perspective on the customs, slang, and values of the cowboy culture, drawing from his own experiences on the frontier. The work celebrates the freedom and challenges of the open range during a period of transition in American history. Readers will find a mix of humor, grit, and nostalgia, brought to life by the author''s distinctive voice and deep knowledge of equine behavior. "The Drifting Cowboy" stands as a significant contribution to Western literature, offering a firsthand account of a storied way of life that continues to capture the imagination of readers worldwide. This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you may see the original copyright references, library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world), and other notations in the work. This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work. As a reproduction of a historical artifact, this work may contain missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.

Charles Baudelaire was the first of our postmodern poets. So we begin with him, where a small dose of his work will soon transport us into a country of dark dreams, of melancholy and wondrous visions. We will end with Sappho and the ancient Greeks (with my own poetry falling between these two countries, these two worlds). The translations are mine. -Will James

2022 Reprint of the 1926 Edition. Trade Edition without the illustrations. Smoky knows only one way of life: freedom. Living on the open range, he is free to go where he wants and to do what he wants. And he knows what he has to do to survive. He can beat any enemy, whether it be a rattlesnake or a hungry wolf. He is as much a part of the Wild West as it is of him, and Smoky can''t imagine anything else. But then he comes across a new enemy, one that walks on two legs and makes funny sounds. Smoky can''t beat this enemy the way he has all the others. But does he really want to? Or could giving up some of his freedom mean getting something in return that''s even more valuable? "There have been many horse stories. But not one of them can compare with this book." -- New York Times Book Review "One of the finest horse stories ever told." -- Herald Tribune

Deborah''s 39th contract seems so easy, but the fortunes of an assassin can change on a dime.Bleeding her last on the hard wooden floor, Deborah is about to discover that death is just the beginning of her journey. What lies ahead will test her resolve, her beliefs and her very concept of reality.These ethereal beings that seem so interested in her fate? Their tale might be outlandish. It might be incredible. It might be ridiculous. But if it''s true? Then her 40th contract could prove to be a kill like no other. She''ll need to confront more than just the forces that stand in her way. She''ll need to confront more than just this dying reality. She''ll need to confront her own past. She''ll need to confront her own demons. And she''ll need a team.

"My Life Story" is a compelling and evocative autobiography by Will James, one of the most iconic figures of Western American literature and art. This narrative traces the author''s journey from his early years in the rugged landscapes of the frontier to his legendary status as a chronicler of cowboy culture. Through vivid storytelling, James captures the essence of life on the range, the deep bond between a rider and his horse, and the untamed spirit of the American West. Written with the authentic voice of a man who lived the experiences he depicts, the work explores the challenges and triumphs of a drifting cowboy. It offers readers a unique window into a bygone era of ranching, cattle drives, and the vast, open plains. James''s talent for capturing the grit and beauty of the wilderness shines through his descriptions, providing a rich, visual sense of the landscapes he traversed. "My Life Story" stands as both a personal testament to a life of adventure and a vital historical record of the Western way of life, making it an essential read for anyone interested in the true history and lore of the American frontier. This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you may see the original copyright references, library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world), and other notations in the work. This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work. As a reproduction of a historical artifact, this work may contain missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.

The old ones, ghosts now, had grand and glorious machines. They inhabited glittering cities of light. They loved to fly (seemingly so dangerous to us). They could fly across oceans. Their sailing vessels filled the skies. They mapped the stars and sent men into space, but they went mad and destroyed themselves. They were like gods, yet they were like us. Their minds worked like our own, using the same inner protocol. What we call the "God protocol". Faint traces of the old world can still be seen in our world, in ruins and refuse not yet been reclaimed by nature. We do not know what lies beyond our shores. Our seafaring vessels are not capable of traversing the globe. Over many generations our people have engaged in battles but nothing like the great wars of the past. We live a peaceful existence. We feel blessed. We share a common language with the old world, with our ancestors; even so, many of their words seem foreign to us and are difficult to decipher. The old ones were capable of great magic. They were able to record and transmit images of themselves across great distances. This art has now been lost. We do have transcripts of these talking pictures (one of which we have included here) along with faded photographs, ragged books and other deteriorating volumes archived in makeshift libraries. Sadly, the largest of these libraries recently burned. This is why we have decided to compile and distill from the existing archives a few stories that moved us and print and distribute them. We are thinking of future generations, that there will be a record not just of sacred texts (stories of sky gods and virgin births), of poets and philosophers and of visionaries and prophets but we wish to produce (using the archives and literary techniques discovered in the books of the old ones) a glimpse into this ancient civilization before death and the whirlwind overtook them (the collapse of that world documented in the final two stories in this collection).

Peachland in Winter "On my first day of the ninth grade, I arrived at the bus stop early. Johnny O soon joined me at the bus stop. We did not know each other well but over the next few years we would become close friends. Johnny was a year younger than me and had recently formed a band with my old pal Syd on bass. Johnny was the front man, the guitarist and singer. He was small, good looking--he had that whole David Cassidy, Mick Jagger thing going for him. With my long wavy, blonde hair, I looked pretty good myself (earlier that summer I had gotten chubby, but I dieted on Fresca and yogurt and with the help of a major growth spurt; I was once again a contender for the girls'' hearts). I was dressed in my new clothes, a lavender shirt, corduroy bell bottoms and boots. (Soon there would be no division between school clothes and play clothes; I would wear blue jeans and whatever shirts my mother had laundered that week.)The ninth grade would be wild. While I wouldn''t become a total stoner (that would come later), I would dabble with drugs whenever I had the chance. I would find the girl of my dreams and then lose her. I would then be asked to join Johnny and Syd''s band (the best junior high band in the Twin Cities) and then be asked to leave. The thing about good fortune, about good luck, is that there always the chance of a reversal of that good fortune, of that glittering prize being stolen or lost. But a loss can bear its own kind of fruit, its own kind of wisdom, bittersweet and dark. This dark night can change us, transform us, if we let it. After all, it brought us the cantos of Dante after the death of Beatrice, and a whole universe of poetry and song."

Fourteen short stories capture the quirky and peculiar behavior of horses, both good and ornery.

The story of the first cowboy in the Southwest and of his son and grandson.

Will James first took up the guitar at the age of 11 in his hometown of Minneapolis. He moved to Texas at 17. He now lives in Arkansas.

This collection consists of articles and illustrations by William Roderick James excised from Sunset Magazine, Scribner''s, The Saturday Evening Post, The Bookman and other periodicals dating from 1920 to 1932. Stories such as these by Will James generally appeared first in serial installments in magazines such as those listed above, and thus these articles often represent the first appearance of James'' work. Seventy-nine items in all are included.