Writings of the late Hank Pallister Books can be purchased by phoning 403-652-5643 or at Museum of the Highwood & Pixie Books, High River; Bar U Ranch Gift Shop, Navajo Mug, Wow & Then, in Longview, Boot Hill Gallery, & Shoppers Drug Mart in Okotoks, Willow Creek Forge or Cowboy Country Clothing in Nanton, and Fronteir Western Wear in Claresholm. SMOKE FROM THE BRANDING FIRE Early Ranch History of Western Canada AUTHOR: Hank Pallister with Joyce Pallister Hank Pallister was raised on his father’s ranch, at Turner Valley Alberta,the son of a recognized pioneer family. He lived his early life surrounded by the old-time cowmen and a world of fascinating stories. Later, as Coordinator of Brand Inspection for Alberta, Hank came to know many of the personalities that gave so much to the aura of cowboy life in the Canadian west. His experiences and knowledge of Alberta’s cattle brand registrations and ranching history, its lore and memorable characters are recorded herein rich detail. Hank passed away in 2005 at the age of 79. Paperback, $27.95 LINGO & LINES FROM A COWBOY’S LIFE AND A COWBOY’S WIFE AUTHORS: Hank Pallister & Joyce Pallister This collection of cowboy poetry celebrates the Western way of life from two view points: the cowboy and the unsung hero, his good wife. Classic rhyme schemes echo idylls of the range, work, home and family. Alberta illustrator, Don Brestler, completes this compendium with his striking pen and ink sketches. Paperback, $15.95 BULLS, BRANDS & B.S. Historical & Humorous Stories from Alberta’s Brand Inspectors This second book of the writings of the late Hank Pallister, Supervisor of Alberta’s Brand Inspection system, captures the characters and the cowmen that played an important part in the marketing of livestock. It includes information on Alberta’s cattle ranching industry as well as stories from other brand inspectors throughout the province. He recounts the many incidents that portray not only the life of the cowboy, but also the dangerous aspects of their job. Here to, are the humorous incidents that were everyday happenings for brand inspectors around the stockyards and auction markets, where Hank worked for 42 years and is toldin their engaging “cowboy lingo.” The book is enhanced by the pen and ink sketches of western artist Don Brestler. Paperback, $26.95 Call to order by mail: Joyce Pallister-Bronsch (403) 652-5643 or hankjoy@telusplanet.net www.smokefromthebrandingfire.ca