Cowboy Up: The History of Bull Riding
What started as an exhibition to entertain audiences has turned into the most popular-and dangerous-event in rodeo: bull riding. When a 150-pound man attempts to ride bull that weighs almost a ton and a killer instinct, it's not a matter of whether the rider will get injured, but when, and how badly.
As cowboy Jim Shoulders says, "You can't stop something like an injury from hurtin', but you can damn well not let it bother you." What motivates riders to devote themselves to this challenging sport? Find out in Austinite Gail Woerner's newest book, which covers bull riding from its beginning into the new millennium.
The book contains extensive reference information including listings of world champion all-around cowboys and bull riders. Linderman Award winners, PRCA Rookies of the Year, Bucking Bulls of the Year and bull riding champions at the National Finals Rodeo are all included.
Published by Eakin Press • Paperback - 322 pages • Retail Price $24.95
As cowboy Jim Shoulders says, "You can't stop something like an injury from hurtin', but you can damn well not let it bother you." What motivates riders to devote themselves to this challenging sport? Find out in Austinite Gail Woerner's newest book, which covers bull riding from its beginning into the new millennium.
The book contains extensive reference information including listings of world champion all-around cowboys and bull riders. Linderman Award winners, PRCA Rookies of the Year, Bucking Bulls of the Year and bull riding champions at the National Finals Rodeo are all included.
Published by Eakin Press • Paperback - 322 pages • Retail Price $24.95
