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Sheepwagon Home on the Range

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BHV013
$19.95
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This book is a MUST for the sheepwagon restorer.

Discover the rich history and traditions of the American sheepwagon with 'Sheepwagon: Home on the Range' by Nancy Weidel. This photo-intensive book is a must-have for restorers, enthusiasts, and historians alike.

Through years of interviews with sheepmen, women, herders, and wagon builders, Weidel brings the story of sheepwagons to life, covering their origins, evolution, and the unique lifestyle of sheepherders. Packed with vintage photos and expert insights, this book is an essential guide for anyone passionate about preserving the legacy of these iconic western vehicles. 

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Specifications

  • 192 pages
  • 10" L x 8" W x 1/2" H
  • Softcover

CONTENTS:

PART ONE: THE STORY

  • The Early Days of the Western Sheep Business

PART TWO: THE WAGON

  • Inside the Basic Sheepwagon
  • The Origins of the Sheepwagon
  • Blacksmiths, Builders, and Women's Work
  • The Commercial Manufacture of Sheepwagons

PART THREE: THE HERDING LIFE

  • Traditional Sheepherders
  • Sheepherding Practices and Tools
  • The Basque
  • Women in Sheepwagons
  • Sheepherder Superstitions, Customs, and Pastimes
  • Sheepwagons in War
  • Modern-Day Sheepherders

PART FOUR: THE LEGACY

  • Other Uses of Sheepwagons
  • Today's Sheepwagon Restorers
  • The Meaning of Sheepwaogns Today

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