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The Log of a Cowboy: A Narrative of the Old Trail Days, was published in 1903. Even though it is a fictional book, the story is based exclusively on his personal experiences. He gives listeners a daily description of a cattle drive that he made from Texas to Montana. This authentic first-hand account has been described as "literature's best account of life as a cowboy," and is still one of the most treasured publications in the western genre, by both pleasure readers and historians.

This Raging Bull Publishing Box Set contains three classic Western books.

Includes five stories of Secret Agent X.: "Dead Men Don't Lie", "Face to Face with Agent Loki", "Devil in the Deep Blue Sea", and "The Death Duel of Madam Rogue" .

This set contains two of Andy Adams' enjoyable tales of life on the cattle trail of the American West. Adams was one of the most authentic of the classic western writers, bringing firsthand experience to his depictions of cowhands, rogues, and other remarkable characters on the frontier. Volume two includes two tales that highlight Adams unique and subtle brand of humor.

Andy Adams is one of the few writers of the American West who had knowledge based on experience that enabled him to record cowboy life authentically. In the early 1880s, at the age of 20, Adams traveled to Texas and remained there for 10 years, eight of which he spent trail driving, becoming a foreman before he left the trail in 1890. Because he knew the real West, he was able to write with remarkable legitimacy - a quality he maintained without compromise, making him an honest interpreter of Western culture.

At the young age of 16, Andy Adams left his San Antonio home to follow his dream of becoming a cowboy. Going on long drives with some of the 19th century's hardiest cowboys, he learned his trade through many adventurous years of trial and error. This account of his true experiences includes dusty cattle drives, brandings, stampedes, dangerous river crossings, and remarkable encounters with the Blackfoot, Oglala, and Platte Indian tribes.

If you've ever sat in a team meeting or a boardroom and thought, "How did I get hired for this?" You’re in the right place.Andy Sajous and James Adams are tech veterans who realized that the most talented people in the industry are often the ones most plagued by Imposter Syndrome. On 9 to 5 Imposter, they pull back the curtain on the "lucky amateur" myth.From the nuances of high performance environments, Andy and James tackle the intersection of career, culture, and psychology. This isn't just about feeling better; it's about performing better by understanding the "imposter" inside us all....

3 friends discuss Movies, TV, Books, and video games. They may not be experts but they are passionate fans. Their wives are tired of listening to them go on and on. So they decided record it for your pleasure! (Hopefully)

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The Brazilian Gold Mine Mystery is a thrilling jungle adventure filled with danger, betrayal, and the pursuit of El Dorado’s lost gold. Facing wild animals, hostile natives, and treacherous rivals, the expedition’s quest for riches is fraught with peril at every turn.

The Mystery of the Caribbean Pearls follows Biff Brewster as he embarks on a dangerous hunt for valuable pearls in the Caribbean. As he battles ruthless villains, braves treacherous waters, and uncovers hidden secrets, he must outwit his enemies to survive. A thrilling tropical adventure.

The Mystery of the Ambush in India takes Biff Brewster to the Himalayas, where he and his friends face deadly wildlife, a secretive cult, and a sinister international spy. Packed with action, exotic locations, and high-stakes suspense, this is a thrilling addition to the series.

Outlet is a gripping Western adventure following a seasoned cowboy as he leads a Texas cattle drive to Montana. Based on the real-life experiences of Andy Adams, this novel provides an authentic and vivid portrayal of the hardships, dangers, and camaraderie of life on the open range. A must-read for fans of frontier tales and cowboy lore.

Andy Adams worked as a cowboy on trail drives from Texas for eight years. This is an account of a drive when he was the foreman of a herd of Texas cattle being driven to Montana. Expect the same quality writing as found in other books by Adams. (Summary by Richard Kilmer)