The Cowboy Ike Rude: Riding Into the Wind

by Sammie Rude Compton

Born in 1894 in Greer County, Texas--which became part of Oklahoma Territory two years later--Ike Rude would go on to have one of the most remarkable rodeo careers ever recorded. His storied life would include a performance for the Queen of England; acquaintances with the likes of Will Rogers, Gene Autry, and Slim Pickens; multiple world titles; and the near-miss of a championship bid in roping--at age 77.

Along the way, he worked for some...

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1648431771
• ISBN13: 9781648431777
• Release Date: December 2023
• Publisher: Texas A&M University Press
• Length: 248 Pages
• Weight: 1.25 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.0" x 6.1" x 9.1"