Examines the history of Texas, covering the rise of the Texas cattle industry and the growing legend of the Texas cowboy.

Elizabeth 'Lizzie' Johnson was an unconventional woman for her day; she earned the status of 'Cattle Queen' for her groundbreaking feats, including riding her own head of Texas longhorns up the Chisholm Trail.

Over 1000 alphabetically arranged entries retell the lives of prominent Indians and the white men and women who interacted with them.

Profiles the life of a penniless steamboat pilot who moved to Texas where he fought against nature and outlaws as he built a cattle empire that still endures.

A collection of essays in which the authors explore the lives of African-American cowboys who worked cattle and horses in Texas in the 1800s.

A brief biography of Richard King, focusing on his contributions to the state of Texas.

Examines the life of Richard King, including his childhood on the river, his days as a steamboat captain, his creation of the King Ranch, and how he developed modern cattle ranching.

Text and historical photographs trace the history of cowboys and longhorns in the United States, discussing how their image and place in American culture have changed throughout the years.

Describes the history and customs of life along the American cattle trails.

Describes life in the American West and the growth of the cattle industry, from the introduction of horses and cattle by the Spanish through the reign of the cattle barons in the late nineteenth century.

A brief biography of Charles Goodnight, focusing on his contributions to the state of Texas.

A brief biography of Stephen F. Austin, focusing on his contributions to the state of Texas.

Describes the experiences of pioneers who settled the American West, discussing war with Native Americans, troubles such as harsh winters and grasshoppers, and the creation of towns.

Recounts the history of the 9th and 10th Cavalry regiments, comprised of African American soldiers recruited to open the West to settlers.