The Call Of The Range: The Story Of The Nebraska Stock Growers Association

NELLIE SNYDER YOST

Publication: Sage Books, 1966, Denver

First edition. Cloth, 437pp., Nebraska Cattle Company map on end-sheets, profusely illustrated. An outstanding, thoroughly researched work; dedicated to the development of the range cattle industry in Nebraska. From the creation of Nebraska's lands and rivers, through the stigma of the "Great American Desert", Yost tells of the disappearance of the Indians and buffalo, the arrival of the trail herds, and the establishment of "cowtowns" and open-range ranching. An excellent work. Fine in dust jacket. Dust jacket is price-clipped, has a 1" scuff on back panel, and previous owner has externally reinforced spine ends and corners of dust jacket with clear tape. Large folding map, which is often missing, is laid-in, and is in fine condition. Signed by author on title page.

Inventory Number: 51834