Included in this lot is a first edition 'Cowboy in the Making' by Will James. Will James (June 6, 1892 - September 3, 1942) was a French Canadian artist and writer of the American West. He is known for writing “Smoky the Cowhorse”, for which he won the 1927 Newbery Medal, and numerous "cowboy" stories for adults and children. His artwork, which predominantly involved cowboy and rodeo scenes, followed "in the tradition of Charles Russell", and much of it was used to illustrate his books. This book is about a young orphan boy who finds companionship with his horses and an old trapper as they travel together through the Rocky Mountains of the Old West. This book is in good condition, showing some liquid damage to cover of the book. The book measures 9 1/2" x 7 1/4" x 3/4".