Daughters of Daring: Hollywood Cowgirl Stunt Women shines a well-deserved spotlight on the many fearless women who helped shape the Western genre but have too often been overlooked by film history.
Author Glenda Riley explores the remarkable stories of early cowgirl stars, stunt performers, and rodeo champions who dazzled audiences with their horsemanship, courage, and athletic skill. From Ruth Roland to Helen Gibson, these pioneering women performed their own stunts and frequently outshined their male counterparts on screen. Thoroughly researched and engagingly written, this book is an important contribution to both Hollywood and women’s history, revealing a fascinating chapter of the American West that deserves far greater recognition.
It is highly recommended for fans of classic film, silent cinema, Westerns, women’s history, and anyone interested in learning more about the pioneers who helped build Hollywood.
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