{"product_id":"rough-and-ready-by-elizabeth-semmelhack-9780847874163","title":"Rough and Ready","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eA new history of cowboy boots explores the art of a Western classic and American icon.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis book examines the history, beauty, and cultural meanings of the cowboy boot from its inception just after the Civil War to its use today. \u003ci\u003eRough and Ready\u003c\/i\u003e is structured around five chapters that include interviews and contributions from a diverse array of boot makers, scholars, and celebrities.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe first chapter, Real, provides a history of the origin of the cowboy boot and the real cowboys who wore them.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe second chapter, Rodeo, explores the beginnings of Western myth-making through the development of Wild West Shows, rodeos, and the use of cowboy boots in early films. The rise of “dude ranches” and their impact on fashion is also examined.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eChapter three, Rhinestone, delves into costuming and Country Western music, featuring Nudie boots, and the post-war interest in the cowboy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eChapter four, Red, considers the return of Western appeal in politics and fashion from the 1980s to today.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eChapter five, Reclaimed, looks at a new generation of Western style as demonstrated by performers and creatives including Beyoncé and Pharrell.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Unknown","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47351252418796,"sku":"9780847874163","price":145.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/24010323482489.jpg?v=1772506058","url":"https:\/\/bookhero.co.nz\/products\/rough-and-ready-by-elizabeth-semmelhack-9780847874163","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}