Yankees in the Afternoon: An Illustrated History of American Bullfighting (Hardcover)

~ (Author), Barnaby Conrad (Foreword)

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Bullfighting has a legacy reaching back to the ancient world, and it continues to be a popular spectacle in many Latin countries and even in a bloodless form in the United States. Such American writers as Barnaby Conrad (who provides a foreword), Tom Lea, and Ernest Hemingway have celebrated the sport. Here, a noted bullfighting photographer and amateur participant salutes American bullfighters in a largely photographic essay. He provides an introduction to bullfighting in America, including a chapter on "Hollywood's Love Affair with Bullfighting," then traces the careers of toreadors from the early Harper Less, John Fulton, and Sydney Frankin to Conchita Cintron, Patty McCormick, and other women. He also devotes a section to novilleros (beginners). Though Sherwood translates some of the bullfighting terms, a fuller glossary would have helped readers. A novel, worthy effort that will appeal especially to libraries near Mexico. Morey Berger, St. Joseph's Hosp. Lib., Tucson, AZ
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"A novel, worthy effort." --Library Journal

"The first comprehensive treatise on American bullfighters...important...the photos...are numerous and excellent...there's no other like it" --La Busca

"[Sherwood's] knowledge of bullfighting is enormous…rife with stunning photographs." --The Monitor --This text refers to the Paperback edition.

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Product Details

• Hardcover: 288 pages
• Publisher: McFarland & Company (November 2001)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0786409312
• ISBN-13: 978-0786409310
• Product Dimensions: 10.2 x 6.9 x 0.8 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1.4 pounds
• Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (1 customer review)
• Amazon.com Sales Rank: #2,122,480 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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5.0 out of 5 stars Wow - amazing tales of American bullfighters, March 27, 2002

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This tale of American bullfighters held me from cover to cover. I was unaware that this latin artform covered so many countries, so many basis, so much suffering on the hope of success.