Ranching Women of Colorado: 17 Legendary Ladies (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9780870046292)

The American West has always been known for strong women, and the state of Colorado is no exception. From the earliest days of settlement, Colorado women had a love for the land and built their homesteads and ranches. The Homestead Act of 1862 brought thousands west for free land, new beginnings, and a new way of life. For many, it was the dawn of a new dream, and no more so than for the female homesteader. At a time when most women's futures were tied to a husband's prosperity, it was a bold, courageous step for women to step out of the conventional norm and find ways to survive and thrive in the male dominated ranching industry.

Author: Linda Wommack
ISBN-10: 0870046292
ISBN-13: 9780870046292
Publisher: Caxton Press
Language: English
Published: 02/20/2020
Pages: 340
Format: Paperback
Weight: 1.20lbs
Size: 8.90h x 5.90w x 0.90d