博客來From the First Fleet to the modern-day arena, Australian Cowboys, Roughriders & Rodeos is the ultimate ride through Australia’s rich rodeo heritage. Author Jenny Hicks gathers a treasure trove of folklore, facts, and over 130 interviews with legendary ’old-timers’ to bring this action-packed world to life.
Inside you’ll find:
- Over 100 photographs, some dating back to the 1800s
- Colourful characters like Lance Skuthorpe and ’Miss Kemp’
- A dynasty of rogues, heroes and champions
- Stories that shaped the soul of the Australian frontier
With the flair of a storyteller and the insight of a documentarian, Hicks reveals the gritty evolution of Australian rodeo from cattle camps to big-time competitions. Whether you’re a lifelong rider or just rodeo-curious, this book will grip you like a bull at full buck.
