Bill Pickett: Rodeo-Ridin’ Cowboy

Description

One of the few Black cowboys whose story has been told. A U.S. postage stamp was issued in his honor. “The true sweat-and-dirt tale of the feisty cowboy-child who became the most famous black rodeo performer who ever lived. Includes a note about the history of the black West and a bibliography.” (publisher) Children’s picture book – 32 pages. Ages 6 & up Author – Andrea Davis Pinkney Illustrator – Brain Pinkney