""Frederic Remington and Owen Wister: The Story of a Friendship, 1893-1909"" is a book that chronicles the unique relationship between two influential figures in American art and literature. Frederic Remington was a renowned painter and sculptor, famous for his depictions of the American West, while Owen Wister was a successful author, best known for his novel ""The Virginian."" Despite coming from different backgrounds, the two men formed a close bond in the late 19th century, sharing a passion for the West and a desire to capture its essence in their work. Through letters, diaries, and other personal documents, author Rush Nixon Orwin provides a detailed account of their friendship, exploring the ways in which they influenced each other's art and writing. Along the way, readers gain insight into the cultural and social milieu of the time, as well as the challenges and triumphs that Remington and Wister faced in their respective careers. With its engaging narrative and rich historical context, ""Frederic Remington and Owen Wister: The Story of a Friendship, 1893-1909"" is a must-read for anyone interested in the art and literature of the American West, as well as the lives and legacies of two of its most iconic figures.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.