Sun and Saddle Leather by Charles Badger Clark is a beautiful collection of poems that capture the essence of the American West. Through vivid imagery and lyrical language, the author paints a picture of the rugged, untamed landscape and the people who inhabit it.

The poems in this collection celebrate the cowboys, ranchers, and pioneers who shaped the West, as well as the wildlife and natural beauty of the region. Clark's love and reverence for the land and its inhabitants shine through in every poem, creating a sense of nostalgia and longing for a simpler time.

The language in Sun and Saddle Leather is rich and evocative, drawing the reader into the harsh yet beautiful world of the American West. The poems are filled with a sense of adventure, resilience, and a deep connection to the land, making them a joy to read.

Overall, Sun and Saddle Leather is a moving and powerful collection of poems that beautifully capture the spirit of the American West. Charles Badger Clark's writing is both timeless and poignant, and this book is a must-read for anyone with a love for the history and beauty of the Old West.

Book Description:
Cowboy Poetry began as a 19th Century Performance Art staged around a crackling campfire, referencing tall tales and personal stories, lost girlfriends, and love of the vast unboundaried West. It was best accompanied by a hot tin cup of boiled coffee, dunked biscuits, and beef jerky. The rhymed couplets were easy to remember, and once the day's drive was done, everybody had a few hours to listen to friends and wonder at the stars. Badger Clark gave voice and record to this unique American folk art, and built on it to express his own creative genius. He was declared the first Poet Laureate of South Dakota, or as he liked to say, “Poet Lariat.”