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Rough and Ready: A History of Cowboy Boots
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ISBN10: 0847874168
ISBN13: 9780847874163
Publisher: Rizzoli Electa
Published: Mar 10 2026
Pages: 224
Weight: 2.45
Height: 1.03 Width: 7.41 Depth: 12.29
Language: English
ISBN13: 9780847874163
Publisher: Rizzoli Electa
Published: Mar 10 2026
Pages: 224
Weight: 2.45
Height: 1.03 Width: 7.41 Depth: 12.29
Language: English
A definitive history that tracks cowboy boots from cattle trails to contemporary rodeo, revealing an American icon whose craftsmanship continues to shape national identity. From cowboy boots' humble origins to their elevation as cultural icons, this far-ranging volume chronicles how their distinctive designs and makers have shaped and been shaped by American culture. Engaging narratives, insightful interviews, and vibrant images showcase the evolution through five transformative eras: Real explores multicultural origins and the authentic cowboys who wore them; Rodeo examines Western mythmaking through Wild West shows, early film, and dude ranches; Rhinestone delves into country western music, Nudie Cohn's designs, and the shifting archetypes from Gene Autry's moral code to John Wayne's tougher persona; Red investigates the boots' emergence as luxury commodities during the Reagan years and Urban Cowboy phenomenon; and Reclaimed presents contemporary reinterpretations from the Western-inspired fashion of Beyoncé and Pharrell Williams to modern bootmakers. Complementing the authoritative foundation are thoughtful interviews that enrich the historical analysis: an Indigenous voice essay provides cultural perspective, Nudie Cohn's origin story offers industry context, and conversations with both traditional craftsmen and innovative makers demonstrate how the cowboy boot continues to evolve while honoring its heritage.
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