Download or read book A Handicapped Cowboy s Story written by Gary Lee Berry and published by AuthorHouse. This book was released on 2010-03 with total page 114 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Life's unfolded in such an unbelievable and downright bloody way that I reckoned I'd spin a tale ok? Now, have you ever watched a police show on TV, or caught a movie that had you wonder "Hey, there really can't be folks out there like that. Folks don't do those things. Shoot! Some beer bellied, pipe-smoking author or screen writer dreamed them up. Ain't no real live hoods, or crooks like that, is there? Well, amigo, I grew up in Texas, around folks who rode, roped and branded, understand? I got away from that in my teens and began stealing cars and burglarizing homes and small businesses. I ended up in various Texas city and county jails, even pulled a quarter of a year behind bars for one offense. I never served any "hard time" but I had amigos who did, so I walked the walk and talked the talk and no one messed with me. Then I had a drunken car wreck, broke my neck (a hangman's break). I spent five and a half months in a coma and the Lord God messed with me. So here I am and here's my story. Gary Lee Berry

Download or read book Cowboys Are My Weakness Stories written by Pam Houston and published by W. W. Norton & Company. This book was released on 2011-02-14 with total page 180 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "Exhilarating, like a swift ride through river rapids with a spunky, sexy gal handling the oars."—Washington Post Book World In Pam Houston's critically acclaimed collection of strong, shrewd, and very funny stories, we meet smart women who are looking for the love of a good man, and men who are wild and hard to pin down. "I've always had this thing for cowboys, maybe because I was born in New Jersey,” says the narrator in the collection’s title story. “But a real cowboy is hard to find these days, even in the West.” Our heroines are part daredevil, part philosopher, all acute observers of the nuances of modern romance. They go where their cowboys go, they meet cowboys who don't look the part – and they have staunch friends who give them advice when the going gets rough. Cowboys Are My Weakness is a refreshing and realistic look at men and women – together and apart.

Download or read book Sister Bernadette written by Bernadette Muller and published by Centerpoint Press (TX). This book was released on 1990 with total page 260 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The story of a woman challenged by God.

Download or read book One Armed Cowboy written by E. L. Pond and published by . This book was released on 2010-01-01 with total page 314 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Download or read book The Cross Country Cowboy written by Kirby Schnebly and published by . This book was released on 2020-11-27 with total page pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: At 25 years old Kirby Schnebly was a young and successful loan officer on the West Coast, earning several millions for his bank. Why did he throw it all away to ride horseback 3,000 miles across America? For $100,000. To win a wager with a Korean-American businessman and fund a school for handicapped children in South Korea where Schnebly trained in Judo, Hapkido and Tae Kwon Do, becoming a Black Belt and Grand Champion. After his youngest brother fell victim to a medical mis-diagnosis after birth, rendering the baby permanently brain-damaged, Schnebly's mother, Wanda, undertook to establish residences for other retarded children, inspiring Kirby to undertake an odyssey to raise funds for similarly-handicapped South Korean children. Surviving attacks by Hells Angels and coyotes, wearing out seven horses during his hair-raising adventures, he finally reached his goal on a one-eyed mule named Mary, and with a dog named Blue. In this true account Kirby Schnebly relates his story. Within these pages are encounters with many celebrities including Muhammad Ali, Tommy Lasorda, Donald Trump, Playboy centerfolds, and others.

Download or read book Great American Cowboy Stories Lyons Press Classics written by Michael Mccoy and published by Rowman & Littlefield. This book was released on 2019-08-23 with total page 297 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Roping a buffalo, running off cattle rustlers, sitting out a winter storm in a cave--adventures like these were all part of everyday life for the cowboy. They're depicted here in stories that have stood the test of time, by writers whose words are just as funny and wise today as they were one hundred years ago. Covering all corners of the great Western expanse--from Montana to Mexico, California to the Mississippi--the stories in this collection represent not just the Anglo male perspective but also that of the blacks, Mexicans, and women who made their lives on the range. It features works by Owen Wister, Theodore Roosevelt, Frederic Remington, Isabella L. Bird, Nat Love, Bill Nye, Charlie Siringo, Zane Grey, Andy Adams, Mark Twain, E. Mulford, O. Henry (creator of the Cisco Kid), and many others, including some surprises by little-known authors.

Download or read book The Boys in the Bunkhouse written by Dan Barry and published by HarperCollins. This book was released on 2016-05-17 with total page 237 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: With this Dickensian tale from America’s heartland, New York Times writer and columnist Dan Barry tells the harrowing yet uplifting story of the exploitation and abuse of a resilient group of men with intellectual disability, and the heroic efforts of those who helped them to find justice and reclaim their lives. In the tiny Iowa farm town of Atalissa, dozens of men, all with intellectual disability and all from Texas, lived in an old schoolhouse. Before dawn each morning, they were bussed to a nearby processing plant, where they eviscerated turkeys in return for food, lodging, and $65 a month. They lived in near servitude for more than thirty years, enduring increasing neglect, exploitation, and physical and emotional abuse—until state social workers, local journalists, and one tenacious labor lawyer helped these men achieve freedom. Drawing on exhaustive interviews, Dan Barry dives deeply into the lives of the men, recording their memories of suffering, loneliness and fleeting joy, as well as the undying hope they maintained despite their traumatic circumstances. Barry explores how a small Iowa town remained oblivious to the plight of these men, analyzes the many causes for such profound and chronic negligence, and lays out the impact of the men’s dramatic court case, which has spurred advocates—including President Obama—to push for just pay and improved working conditions for people living with disabilities. A luminous work of social justice, told with compassion and compelling detail, The Boys in the Bunkhouse is more than just inspired storytelling. It is a clarion call for a vigilance that ensures inclusion and dignity for all.

Download or read book He Walks Like a Cowboy written by Jonah Berger and published by . This book was released on 2007-11 with total page 120 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: In any one lifetime, part of the work of living is to go from figuring out what you got dealt, to accepting it. Learning to wield your unique situation to best get your point across. I have found through my life lived with a physical challenge that there are two versions of how a disability is dealt with. One is the version you show to others. The other is the version you are really and truly feeling inside. In my life, these two versions started out light-years apart. And over the span of 35 years, and the influence of many magic people, they have been growing closer all of the time. There is something incredibly free about showing the world what you have going on inside. It helps to keep the struggle of your situation confined to the actual challenge, and not intensified by shame. The pages of this book are a true marriage between my two versions. Charting the affect of a disability on the physical, emotional, and spiritual. Containing an honest view of how struggles can be beautiful, and strength can be found in the weakest of places.

Download or read book Cowboys Chronicles written by Marty Strasen and published by Triumph Books. This book was released on 2010-09-01 with total page 418 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Commemorated to honor the 50th anniversary of the Dallas Cowboys—one of the most prominent and popular franchises in professional sports—Cowboys Chronicles presents the colorful history of "America's Team." This lively retrospective features every game of every season, the unforgettable players, coaches, and Super Bowl teams, and even the world-famous Dallas Cowboys cheerleaders.

Download or read book STORY OF THE COWBOY written by EMERSON. HOUGH and published by . This book was released on 2018 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Download or read book The Cowboy written by Philip Ashton Rollins and published by University of Oklahoma Press. This book was released on 1936 with total page 468 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The American cowboy has long been a popular figure in fiction, motion pictures, and studies of the West, but over the years inaccuracies have crept in, distorting the image of the real cowboy. Philip Ashton Rollins, in The Cowboy, sets out to provide a complete, accurate handbook on the everyday life of the cowboy - trailing, herding, branding, round-up, and horsebreaking. He also discusses tools of the trade, including types of saddles, bits, riatas, boots, and spurs. Most vivid is his presentation of the cowboy's personality, code, mores, and amusements. This new paperback edition, a reprint of the enlarged (1936) edition, contains revisions to the text of the first edition, a new chapter on riding "buckers, " thirty-one illustrations, and an index. In a new foreword, Richard W. Slatta discusses Rollin's life and compares modern histories of the cowboy with Rollins's classic volume.

Download or read book Fan tastic Sporting Stories written by Graham Sharpe and published by Biteback Publishing. This book was released on 2013-12-04 with total page 191 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: For some fans, a ringside seat just isn't close enough to the action. Stretching from the benign to the malign, from the entertaining to the insane, and from the sublime to the ridiculous, this compelling compendium contains over 300 true tales of fanatical fans who stole the spotlight from their sporting heroes. This is the good, the bad and the ugly side of spectator intervention - from streakers to rioters, and beyond. We've all felt the thrill of cheering on our sporting heroes, but there's a fine line between the mere fan and the true fanatic and this absorbing new book from Graham Sharpe well and truly crosses it. With its weird and wild tales of fan participation, Fan-tastic Sporting Stories! is essential reading for fans of any and every sport. Whatever your team, whatever your game, you won't help but find this collection absolutely fan-tastic!

Download or read book A History of Disability written by Henri-Jacques Stiker and published by University of Michigan Press. This book was released on 2019-12-09 with total page 279 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The first book to attempt to provide a framework for analyzing disability through the ages, Henri-Jacques Stiker's now classic A History of Disability traces the history of western cultural responses to disability, from ancient times to the present. The sweep of the volume is broad; from a rereading and reinterpretation of the Oedipus myth to legislation regarding disability, Stiker proposes an analytical history that demonstrates how societies reveal themselves through their attitudes towards disability in unexpected ways. Through this history, Stiker examines a fundamental issue in contemporary Western discourse on disability: the cultural assumption that equality/sameness/similarity is always desired by those in society. He highlights the consequences of such a mindset, illustrating the intolerance of diversity and individualism that arises from placing such importance on equality. Working against this thinking, Stiker argues that difference is not only acceptable, but that it is desirable, and necessary. This new edition of the classic volume features a new foreword by David T. Mitchell and Sharon L. Snyder that assesses the impact of Stiker’s history on Disability Studies and beyond, twenty years after the book’s translation into English. The book will be of interest to scholars of disability, historians, social scientists, cultural anthropologists, and those who are intrigued by the role that culture plays in the development of language and thought surrounding people with disabilities.

Download or read book Zane Grey Ultimate Collection 60 Western Classics Historical Novels Baseball Stories written by Zane Grey and published by Good Press. This book was released on 2023-12-05 with total page 12145 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Zane Grey's 'Ultimate Collection' is a comprehensive anthology containing over 60 Western Classics, Historical Novels, and Baseball Stories, showcasing the author's versatility and wide-ranging interests. Grey's writing style is characterized by vivid descriptions of the American West, intricate character developments, and gripping plots that captivate readers from the first page. Incorporating elements of adventure, romance, and suspense, this collection offers a multifaceted view of the various genres that Grey excelled in, solidifying his reputation as a prominent figure in American literature. Set against the backdrop of the Wild West, these stories provide a glimpse into a bygone era and explore themes of honor, loyalty, and the enduring spirit of the frontier. Zane Grey, a prolific writer and avid outdoorsman, drew inspiration from his firsthand experiences in the rugged landscapes of the American West, which shaped his narratives with authenticity and depth. His passion for baseball also shines through in the engaging sports stories included in this anthology, reflecting his diverse literary interests and unique storytelling approach. Grey's enduring legacy as a masterful storyteller continues to resonate with readers of all ages, making this collection a must-read for fans of classic American literature. For readers who appreciate immersive historical fiction, thrilling Western adventures, and enthralling sports tales, Zane Grey's 'Ultimate Collection' offers a captivating literary journey through the landscapes and cultures of America's past. With its rich tapestry of stories and timeless themes, this anthology is a treasure trove for fans of Grey's work and newcomers alike, inviting them to explore the vibrant world of one of America's most beloved authors.

Download or read book Aryan Cowboys written by Evelyn A. Schlatter and published by University of Texas Press. This book was released on 2009-06-03 with total page 269 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: During the last third of the twentieth century, white supremacists moved, both literally and in the collective imagination, from midnight rides through Mississippi to broadband-wired cabins in Montana. But while rural Montana may be on the geographical fringe of the country, white supremacist groups were not pushed there, and they are far from "fringe elements" of society, as many Americans would like to believe. Evelyn Schlatter's startling analysis describes how many of the new white supremacist groups in the West have co-opted the region's mythology and environment based on longstanding beliefs about American character and Manifest Destiny to shape an organic, home-grown movement. Dissatisfied with the urbanized, culturally progressive coasts, disenfranchised by affirmative action and immigration, white supremacists have found new hope in the old ideal of the West as a land of opportunity waiting to be settled by self-reliant traditional families. Some even envision the region as a potential white homeland. Groups such as Aryan Nations, The Order, and Posse Comitatus use controversial issues such as affirmative action, anti-Semitism, immigration, and religion to create sympathy for their extremist views among mainstream whites—while offering a "solution" in the popular conception of the West as a place of freedom, opportunity, and escape from modern society. Aryan Cowboys exposes the exclusionist message of this "American" ideal, while documenting its dangerous appeal.

Download or read book The Disabled Hiker s Guide to Western Washington and Oregon written by Syren Nagakyrie and published by Rowman & Littlefield. This book was released on 2022-09-01 with total page 241 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The Disabled Hiker’s Guide to Western Washington and Oregon is the first book of its kind to consider the diverse needs of disabled people in the outdoors. This groundbreaking guidebook includes 60 outdoor adventures, including drive-up experiences, verified wheelchair accessible trails, and foot trails suitable for disabled hikers. This guide removes one of the barriers to access - a lack of information - by utilizing a rating system and detailed trail information designed for the disability community. Each trail is personally assessed according to Syren’s skilled and detailed review and established accessibility guidelines.

Download or read book Black Cowboys of the Old West written by Tricia Martineau Wagner and published by Rowman & Littlefield. This book was released on 2010-12-21 with total page 201 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The word cowboy conjures up vivid images of rugged men on saddled horses—men lassoing cattle, riding bulls, or brandishing guns in a shoot-out. White men, as Hollywood remembers them. What is woefully missing from these scenes is their counterparts: the black cowboys who made up one-fourth of the wranglers and rodeo riders. This book tells their story. When the Civil War ended, black men left the Old South in large numbers to seek a living in the Old West—industrious men resolved to carve out a life for themselves on the wild, roaming plains. Some had experience working cattle from their time as slaves; others simply sought a freedom they had never known before. The lucky travelled on horseback; the rest, by foot. Over dirt roads they went from Alabama and South Carolina to present-day Texas and California up north through Kansas to Montana. The Old West was a land of opportunity for these adventurous wranglers and future rodeo champions. A long overdue testament to the courage and skill of black cowboys, Black Cowboys of the Old West finally gives these courageous men their rightful place in history. Praise for an earlier book by the same author: “Whether you are a history enthusiast or a lover of adventure stories, African American Women of the Old Westpresents the reader with fascinating accounts of ten extraordinary, generally unrecognized, African Americans. Tricia Martineau Wagner takes these remarkable women from the footnotes of history and brings them to life.” —Ed Diaz, President of the Association for African American Historical Research and Preservation