african american cowhands

". . . tells the compelling story of The Compton Cowboys, a group of African-American men and women who defy stereotypes and continue the proud, centuries-old tradition of black cowboys in the heart of one of America's most notorious cities. To most people, Compton is known only as the home of rap greats NWA and Kendrick Lamar, hyped in the media for its seemingly intractable gang violence. But in 1988 Mayisha Akbar founded The Compton Jr. Posse to provide local youth with a safe alternative to the streets, one that connected them with the rich legacy of black cowboys in American culture. From Mayisha's youth organization came the Cowboys of today: black men and women from Compton for whom the ranch and the horses provide camaraderie, respite from violence, healing from trauma, and recovery from incarceration"--Provided by publisher.

Gabriel Lynch, an African-American teenager who has moved with his mother from New York to live on his stepfather's Kansas homestead, brings serious trouble down upon himself and his family when he leaves the farm to join a group of cowboys who turn out to be a gang of criminals.

Describes the contributions made by African-American cowboys during the cattleman era of the West.

Relates the history of the African American cowboys who played an integral part in the building of the American West.

Chronicles the life and career of African American rodeo cowboy Bill Pickett.

An account of the adventurous African-Americans whose exploits contributed to the legends of the Wild West.

Biography of the famous cowboy nicknamed Deadwood Dick, who was born a slave, left home for the west at age 15, and became known as the best roper and best shot in the west.