25 Sep Round Up: Titles for Aficionados

The Western Horse: A Popular History of the Wild and Working Animal
Written by Randi
Samuelson-Brown

A celebration of the Western horse, Randi Samuelson-Brown’s new book explores the animal’s ability to capture our hearts and spirits and how horses have come to symbolize the American West. Backed by thorough research, Samuelson-Brown’s narrative begins in the 1500s with the history of early horses in the Americas. She chronicles their presence and people’s relationships with them, exploring mounted Plains tribes, the U.S. cavalry, the Pony Express, and, of course, the cowboys and horse thieves of lore. Like any good history book, The Western Horse: A Popular History of the Wild and Working Animal uncovers the past, dispelling myths and falsehoods along the way so that we might be better suited to look forward with perspective — in this case, readers will better know the American icon that is the spirited Western horse and will come to appreciate how the animal has captured the image of freedom and strength.

$22.95 | 197 pages | September 2024
TwoDot Books

On the Wing: A Lifetime Afield with Shotgun and Dogs
Written by E. Donnall Thomas Jr.
Photography by Lori Thomas

Author and outdoorsman E. Donnall Thomas Jr. has produced his latest in a series of books that explores his affinity for the natural world. In On the Wing: A Lifetime Afield with Shotgun and Dogs, Thomas brings the reader on a lifetime of adventures — accompanied by the author’s dog, of course. Compiled from numerous articles previously published in magazines including Gray’s Sporting Journal, Shooting Sportsman, Retriever Journal, Pheasants Forever, Montana Outdoors, Sports Afield, and Big Sky Journal, as well as new never-before-published stories, Thomas’ writings reveal lessons learned afield and allow for kindred reflection while entertaining the reader. Stories are accompanied by photographs by Thomas’ wife, Lori, a former registered nurse who has forged a career as a professional photographer from her home base in Montana.

$26 | 329 pages | May 2024
E. Donnall Thomas Jr.

Birding for Boomers: And Everyone Else Brave Enough to Embrace the World’s Most Rewarding and Frustrating Activity
Written by Sneed B. Collard III
Illustrated by Tanner Barkin

In writer Sneed B. Collard III’s characteristic light-hearted tone, Birding for Boomers: And Everyone Else Brave Enough to Embrace the World’s Most Rewarding and Frustrating Activity is one part guide, two parts entertainment. A biologist by training, Collard is passionate about winged wildlife and has explored the topic in many publications and books. Here, he leads readers through the ins and outs of birding, offering particular insight for older birders, who will appreciate Collard’s well-versed tips. He explores bird behavior and identification, recommends equipment, and explains how to find birds. Additionally, he suggests ways readers can contribute to community science, bird conservation, and overall habitat stewardship. Collard’s writing is paired with whimsical illustrations by Tanner Barkin in this delightful new tome.

$21.95 | 224 pages | September 2024
Mountaineers Books