The Western Heritage Dictionary: A Vook Preserving the Language of the American Cowboy

A guide to the distinctive language of the Old West, from cowboy slang and ranch terminology to the expressions of outlaws, lawmen, and settlers. This reference preserves the vocabulary that defined frontier culture.

Language is a window into a way of life. The words cowboys and frontiersmen used reveal their values, humor, and daily realities. This guide helps modern readers understand the rich linguistic heritage of the American West.