{"title":"Cowboy Sam","description":"\u003cp class=\"cvGsUA direction-ltr align-start para-style-body\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a_GcMg font-feature-liga-off font-feature-clig-off font-feature-calt-off text-decoration-none text-strikethrough-none\"\u003eDear Reader,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"cvGsUA direction-ltr align-start para-style-body\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a_GcMg font-feature-liga-off font-feature-clig-off font-feature-calt-off text-decoration-none text-strikethrough-none\"\u003eWe are excited about sharing these Cowboy Sam books with you! At our lending library, Plumfield Living Library in Wisconsin, many children are learning to read, and they have loved our old copies of Cowboy Sam. Those well-used books have been read many, many times!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"cvGsUA direction-ltr align-start para-style-body\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a_GcMg font-feature-liga-off font-feature-clig-off font-feature-calt-off text-decoration-none text-strikethrough-none\"\u003eWhen we learned that some of these stories could be reprinted, we wanted to make Cowboy Sam one of our first projects at Plumfield Press. We want more children, like you, to meet Sam and his friends and enjoy their adventures.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a_GcMg font-feature-liga-off font-feature-clig-off font-feature-calt-off text-decoration-none text-strikethrough-none white-space-prewrap\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"cvGsUA direction-ltr align-start para-style-body\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a_GcMg font-feature-liga-off font-feature-clig-off font-feature-calt-off text-decoration-none text-strikethrough-none\"\u003eAs we worked on these new editions, we kept the stories and pictures just the way they were long ago. We didn’t change the words or the drawings. We simply used new printing tools to add and brighten the colors so the pictures would be more fun to look at while still honoring the original art.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"cvGsUA direction-ltr align-start para-style-body\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a_GcMg font-feature-liga-off font-feature-clig-off font-feature-calt-off text-decoration-none text-strikethrough-none\"\u003eWe loved bringing these books back, and we hope you enjoy reading them.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"cvGsUA direction-ltr align-start para-style-body\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a_GcMg font-feature-liga-off font-feature-clig-off font-feature-calt-off text-decoration-none text-strikethrough-none\"\u003eYour friends at Plumfield Press\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"cowboy-sam-and-miss-lily","title":"Cowboy Sam and Miss Lily","description":"\u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003ePaperback book\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eLuxurious 80lb glossy paper\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e60 pages\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003cp\u003eIn Cowboy Sam and Miss Lily, young readers are treated to another warm and easy-to-read adventure from this beloved early-reader series. This time, the excitement begins when Big Bill discovers a new—and very unexpected—pet for the ranch: Miss Lily, a gentle little skunk. At first, her arrival causes quite a stir. Flop the collie doesn’t know what to make of her, and Miss Lily isn’t sure she wants to make friends, either. But with patience, a mistake, and a few humorous misunderstandings along the way, the two learn how to get along and even work together.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003ePerfect for very early readers, this gentle story uses short sentences, cheerful illustrations, and simple vocabulary to build confidence. Families and teachers who appreciate wholesome, classic storytelling will find this a charming addition to the Cowboy Sam series. Children will enjoy the lighthearted antics, the heartwarming friendship between a skunk and a collie, and the steady goodness that has made Cowboy Sam a favorite for generations. Bringing this vintage treasure back into print allows a new generation to discover the quiet humor, kind characters, and simple adventures that make early reading both joyful and rewarding. \u003c\/p\u003e Perfect for very early readers, this gentle story uses short sentences, cheerful illustrations, and simple vocabulary to build confidence. Families and teachers who appreciate wholesome, classic storytelling will find this a charming addition to the Cowboy Sam series. Children will enjoy the lighthearted antics, the heartwarming friendship between a skunk and a collie, and the steady goodness that has made Cowboy Sam a favorite for generations. Bringing this vintage treasure back into print allows a new generation to discover the quiet humor, kind characters, and simple adventures that make early reading both joyful and rewarding. This work is in the public domain in the United States. It may still be under copyright in other countries. This edition is intended for sale within the United States. If you are located outside the U.S., please consult your local copyright laws before purchasing or distributing this book.","brand":"Plumfield Press","offers":[{"title":"Paperback","offer_id":51710265065688,"sku":"9dnkj7","price":12.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Hardcover","offer_id":51710266966232,"sku":"2jdz4x","price":25.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0809\/4846\/1784\/files\/Miss_Lily.png?v=1779578067"},{"product_id":"cowboy-sam-and-freckles","title":"Cowboy Sam and Freckles","description":"\u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003ePaperback book\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eLuxurious 80lb glossy paper\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e47 pages\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003eStep back onto the ranch for another classic early-reader adventure in Cowboy Sam and Freckles. First published in the mid-20th century, this gentle, engaging story follows the excitement that begins when a stray kitten appears—and Big Bill decides to adopt her. Quickly named Freckles, the lively little cat proves her worth as an eager mouser, all while keeping a fun secret that the cowboys eventually discover. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWith simple vocabulary and an inviting narrative, this story has helped generations of young readers grow in confidence and delight. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis Plumfield Press edition reproduces the original text exactly as it first appeared and preserves the beloved illustrations by Jack Merryweather. The artwork has been thoughtfully refreshed with updated colors—more dynamic, warm, and inviting for today’s young readers—while remaining faithful to Merryweather’s original style. It is a careful restoration meant to honor the classic while making it accessible and appealing for modern families. Warm, wholesome, and full of small moments of humor and heart, Cowboy Sam and Freckles gives beginning readers a timeless story rooted in goodness and simple joys. Rediscover another Cowboy Sam favorite—still fresh, still friendly, and still full of charm.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Plumfield Press","offers":[{"title":"Paperback","offer_id":51710267293912,"sku":"y26pyj","price":12.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Hardcover","offer_id":51710267359448,"sku":"g78g58","price":25.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0809\/4846\/1784\/files\/Freckles.png?v=1779577968"},{"product_id":"cowboy-sam","title":"Cowboy Sam","description":"\u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003ePaperback book\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eLuxurious 80lb glossy paper\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e47 pages\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003cp\u003eFirst published in the mid-20th century, this story has helped generations of young readers grow in confidence and delight. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis Plumfield Press edition reproduces the original text exactly as it first appeared and preserves the beloved illustrations by Jack Merryweather. The artwork has been thoughtfully refreshed with updated colors—more dynamic, warm, and inviting for today’s young readers—while remaining faithful to Merryweather’s original style. It is a careful restoration meant to honor the classic while making it accessible and appealing for modern families. Warm, wholesome, and full of small moments of humor and heart, Cowboy Sam gives beginning readers a timeless story rooted in goodness and simple joys. 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Rediscover Cowboy Sam—still fresh, still friendly, and still full of charm.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Plumfield Press","offers":[{"title":"Paperback","offer_id":51710268047576,"sku":"59vq4x","price":12.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0809\/4846\/1784\/files\/CowboySam.png?v=1779577916"},{"product_id":"cowboy-sam-and-big-bill","title":"Cowboy Sam and Big Bill","description":"\u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003ePaperback book\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eLuxurious 80lb glossy paper\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e48 pages\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003cp\u003eReturn to the ranch for a lighthearted, confidence-building early reader in Cowboy Sam and Big Bill. First published in the mid-20th century, this charming story follows Big Bill—the ranch cook who can make only one recipe, but makes it very, very well. 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Rediscover another Cowboy Sam favorite—still fresh, still friendly, and still full of heart.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Plumfield Press","offers":[{"title":"Paperback","offer_id":51710273159384,"sku":"vwjpgw","price":12.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Hardcover","offer_id":51710275125464,"sku":"y26pvj","price":25.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0809\/4846\/1784\/files\/Big_Bill.png?v=1779577023"},{"product_id":"cowboy-sam-and-dandy","title":"Cowboy Sam and Dandy","description":"\u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003ePaperback book\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eLuxurious 80lb glossy paper\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e46 pages\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003cp\u003eRide along with one of America’s classic early readers in Cowboy Sam and Dandy. First published in the mid-20th century, this gentle, engaging story follows Cowboy Sam as he meets and cares for Dandy, a spirited horse who quickly becomes his trusted friend. With simple vocabulary, steady pacing, and a wholesome tone, Edna Walker Chandler created stories that helped generations of children grow in reading confidence while enjoying the adventure of cowboy life. The lively illustrations by Jack Merryweather are sure to capture the interest of young readers. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePlumfield Press has retained the original text and illustrations but used modern technology to re-colorize and enhance the pictures and fonts to make it even more appealing to new readers.\u003c\/p\u003e\nThis Plumfield Press edition reproduces the original text exactly as it first appeared and preserves the beloved Jack Merryweather illustrations. 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