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Pub. Date
[2021]
Language
English
Description
Steeped in authenticity, this is an opportunity to ride alongside modern working cowboys on some of America's largest and most remote cattle ranches. Meet the men and women working on these "big outfit" ranches, some of which are over one million acres, and still require full crews of horseback mounted workers to tend large herds of cattle. Explore the rewards and hardships of a celebrated but misunderstood way of life, including the challenges that...
Pub. Date
[2007]
Language
English
Description
Jesse James is one of the most infamous outlaws in American history. He is remembered for his gunslinging skills, ruthless bank robberies, and frequent train hijackings. A volatile mixture of charisma and cruelty, he ruled his gang with an iron first. Jesse's demise was put in motion when he met Robert Ford, who had been obsessed with the bandit since childhood. Ford joined the Gang, but the reality did not live up to the fantasy. Ultimately, a government...
Series
Collector's edition volume 28
Language
English
Description
The Sundance Kid is the frontier's fastest gun. His partner, Butch Cassidy is always dreaming up new ways to get rich fast. If only they could blow open a baggage car without also blowing up the money-filled safe inside. So Butch and Sundance pack their guns, put on new duds, and, with Sundance's girlfriend, head down to Bolivia.
Pub. Date
[2008]
Language
English
Description
Everyone in 1880s America knows Jesse James. He's the nation's most notorious criminal and is being hunted by the law in 10 states. He's also the land's greatest hero, lauded as a Robin Hood by the public. No one knows of Robert Ford, at least not yet. But the ambitious 19-year-old aims to change that. He befriends Jesse and rides with his gang. And if that doesn't bring Ford fame, he will have to find a deadlier way. Friendship becomes rivalry and...
Pub. Date
[2006]
Language
English
Description
Fact-based bio of early film director-producer, Bill Tilghman. Tilghman, a lawman and former partner of Wyatt Earp, was confronted by an emerging era when outlaws run whiskey instead of cattle and are as likely to tote a tommy gun as a six-gun. When he turned to films, he was determined to make authentic Westerns, rather than the fakery of Tom Mix & other Western movie stars of the day. The only problem was that no one wanted to see his non-stars...
Pub. Date
2016.
Language
English
Description
"Renowned for his determination, charisma, commanding voice and magnetic presence, Kirk Douglas had an illustrious film career that continues to entertain audiences of all ages. While his heroic roles in epic films like Spartacus made him a glabal sensation, Douuglas was also equaaly adept at romancing women or stirring stron emotions as the complicated villain. In honor of his 100th birthday Univesal Pictures is proud to present Kirk Douglas: the...
Pub. Date
2013
Language
English
Description
The Cowboys: A rancher hires 11 schoolboys to drive his cattle to market when the gold rush lures all the men away. Along the trail the boys learn how to do their job and become men.
Chisum: A successful cattle rancher battles with corrupt government officials and their stooges in New Mexico's Lincoln County War.
Pub. Date
[2008]
Language
English
Description
1880s, the American West. Randall Bragg is a rich landowner who is wanted for murdering the town marshal. Lawman Virgil Cole and his deputy Everett Hitch are two friends who are hired to defend a lawless town from the murderous rancher. Their efforts become complicated and their friendship is tested when a young widow arrives in town.
Everyone in 1880s America knows Jesse James. He's the nation's most notorious criminal and is being hunted by the...
Pub. Date
[2011]
Language
English
Description
"This is the exciting story of a physically challenged young man from Harvard who came to the Western frontier in 1883. Theodore Roosevelt bought a ranch, learned how to ride, shoot, hunt and acquired the skills that would make him a war hero and American President. It was in the Badlands of Dakota where the young Roosevelt became a cowboy and learned about democracy and the American West. " -- container.
Pub. Date
2015.
Language
English
Description
Singin' in the rain: With fame, fortune and fans galore, silent screen idol Don Lockwood thought he had it all. But one look at aspiring actress Kathy Seldon, and he knew exactly what he was missing. Now he's swinging from lampposts, singing in the raindrops and ready for love. With talking pictures on the rise, Don sets out to make musical with the woman of his dreams, but one thing stands in his way, his jealous co-star who wants Don - and the leading...
Pub. Date
[2009]
Language
English
Description
The Sundance Kid is the frontier's fastest gun. His partner, Butch Cassidy is always dreaming up new ways to get rich fast. If only they could blow open a baggage car without also blowing up the money-filled safe inside. So Butch and Sundance pack their guns, put on new duds, and, with Sundance's girlfriend, head down to Bolivia.
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