Roughnecking

Blair, Robert S.

ISBN 10: 0595128661 / ISBN 13: 9780595128662

Published by Writers Club Press, San Jose, CA, 2000

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Signed by Blair on the title page. One man's adventures in the oil fields of the West. Includes a glossary.; 85 pages; Signed by Author. Seller Inventory # 25274

Bibliographic Details

Title: Roughnecking

Publisher: Writers Club Press, San Jose, CA

Publication Date: 2000

Binding: Softcover

Condition: Very Good

Signed: Signed by Author(s)

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Synopsis:

During the 1950's in the Four Corners area, it took a different kind of man to work out in the oil fields. They were known as "roughnecks" and led lives full of danger, excitement and hard work. These men loved to work as much as they loved to play and camaraderie was a necessity; whether they were out on an oil rig hundreds of miles from civilization, or getting lost out in the wilderness while on a fishing trip.Robert Blair wrote about his adventures working and playing with men who were not only some of the most skilled men in America, they also became life-long friends of his. He traveled all over the Four Corners area working on oil rigs, hunting in the Colorado mountains and digging up ancient remains in New Mexico.The beautiful mesas, clear rivers, and exquisite mountains and vegetation are all referenced with great admiration. It was a different world back then. Men were happy to be Americans and proud of working outdoors for a living. Robert's story is lots of fun and at times sad, but to get a glimpse of these men' lives during that era, is quite fascinating.

About the Author:

Robert Blair worked in the oil business for 42 years. He spends his time ballroom dancing, cooking, carving wooden figurines and making Kachina dolls. He still enjoys fishing and attends automobile and motorcycle races.