A collection of essays that deals with the world of the American West, and conveys the distinctiveness of this diverse region. It incorporates the research in the field to take the history of the American West out of its timeworn 'Cowboys and Indians' stereotype right up to the discussions of water rights and the presence of the defense industry.
"Researchers and doctoral students in American Studies will find many well articulated exposés, although mostly factual." - Yves Laberge, University of Ottawa
