Boss of the Plains

Boss of the Plains is a book written by Will Ermine that tells the story of the iconic cowboy hat. The book explores the history of the hat, from its origins in the early 1800s to its popularity during the American West's cattle drives. Ermine delves into the hat's design, materials, and construction, as well as the cultural significance it held for cowboys and other Westerners.Ermine also discusses the role of the hat in popular culture, from its appearance in Hollywood Westerns to its adoption by fashion designers. He examines how the hat has become a symbol of the American West and its enduring legacy in the modern world.Throughout the book, Ermine weaves in anecdotes and stories of famous cowboys and their hats, including Buffalo Bill Cody, Tom Mix, and John Wayne. He also includes photographs and illustrations of the hats and the people who wore them.Overall, Boss of the Plains is a fascinating exploration of the history and cultural significance of the cowboy hat, making it a must-read for anyone interested in the American West and its iconic symbols.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.