An investigation of the meanings and iconography of the Stampede, an invented tradition that takes over the city of Calgary for 10 days every July.

Investigates the meanings and iconography of the Stampede: an invented tradition that takes over the city of Calgary for 10 days every July. This book contains essays examining a facet of the experience - from the images on advertising posters to the ritual of the annual parade. It also reveals the history and sociology of the city of Calgary.