1 CD and hardcover book
Narrated by Robin Williams and Ry Cooder
Pecos Bill's adventures begin in fitting style when, as a mere babe, he bounces off his parents' covered wagon as his family heads out West. After being raised by a pack of coyotes, Pecos Bill achieves legendary status by inventing the cattle drive, creating the Great Salt Lake, and riding the orneriest cyclone ever. Why, without Pecos Bill, the Wild West wouldn't have been wild at all!
Brian Gleeson has drawn on old source materials to adapt this story rich both in language and sheer nonsensical fun, and illustrator Tim Raglin has worked inspired magic on this legendary cowboy. Among the best traditional American tall tales, this one stands very tall indeed. On the accompanying compact disk located inside the back cover, two more American originals, Robin Williams and Ry Cooder, add colorful narration and evocative music that makes this story an unforgettable treat. The audio recording was honored with a Grammy Award in 1988.
