The Log of a Cowboy (book)

"The Log of a Cowboy" is a memoir by Andy Adams that recounts the experiences of a cowboy during the late 19th-century cattle drives in the American West. Written as a fictionalized journal, the book vividly depicts the daily challenges, hardships, and camaraderie of cowboys as they trek across rugged terrain to market cattle. Through detailed storytelling, it offers insight into frontier life, horsemanship, and the perseverance required to survive in this demanding profession, making it both an informative and engaging chronicle of a pivotal era in American history.