Women Shaping the West
Stories from Wyoming
by Lindsay Linton Buk
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Pub Date Mar 10 2026 | Archive Date Dec 31 2025
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Description
Photographer and podcaster Lindsay Linton Buk crisscrossed the Cowboy State to document a diverse group of trailblazing women—from an Eastern Shoshone language preservationist to a backcountry pilot, an abstract painter to a Supreme Court justice. Their stories, paired with striking portraits, celebrate identity, resilience, and purpose.
Based on the acclaimed podcast and museum exhibition, this visually rich book brings their voices to the page and invites readers to see the West—and themselves—through a new lens.
Inside this richly crafted book:
• Portraits of Resilience and Purpose: Real stories of women who are shaping their communities, preserving traditions, and breaking new ground in politics, art, education, and business.
• Stunning Visuals: Over 100 photographs that bring readers face-to-face with the diverse women of Wyoming, captured in vivid detail and natural beauty.
• Cultural & Regional Insight: A rare glimpse into life across the Cowboy State, from the high plains to reservation lands, told through the lens of lived experience.
• Beyond the Myth: A modern, expansive vision of the West that celebrates authenticity over stereotype.
A compelling gift for Women’s History Month, graduates, photographers, or anyone inspired by the stories of strong women, Women Shaping the West is a striking tribute to courage, connection, and the power of telling your story.
Available Editions
| EDITION | Hardcover |
| ISBN | 9781685552442 |
| PRICE | $45.00 (USD) |
| PAGES | 288 |
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Featured Reviews
Fran H, Bookseller
Women Shaping the West is such a beautiful celebration of strength and spirit. Photographer Lindsay Linton Buk traveled across Wyoming to capture the stories and portraits of incredible women—artists, activists, judges, pilots, and more—each redefining what it means to live and lead in the modern West. The photos are absolutely stunning, and the personal stories are full of heart, grit, and purpose. It’s one of those books you’ll want to flip through slowly, taking in every face and every word.
Kasia K, Educator
I love this album! The photographs are stunning and truly reflect the beauty of both the women and their environment. Each of the women presented here is truly special—aren’t we all? This album will look great on your coffee table and is sure to inspire many young women, not just in Wyoming, but across the globe.
Greta E, Reviewer
INSPIRING STORIES AND BEAUTIFUL PHOTOGRAPHY! There's just something about women in Wyoming- their grit, their grace, and their ability to create and uplift community. Lindsay Linton Buk captures the essence of women through her captivating storytelling through the written word and her visuals. The photography in this book will blow you away! The raw and real depiction of incredible women makes them relatable and aspirational. As you progress through each chapter something is gained from each of the women you encounter. Buk has created a guide for generations to come on how to become a woman worthy of shaping the world.
Book Trade Professional 166928
Women Shaping the West is a stunning tribute to the strength, creativity, and resilience of women in the modern American West. Through striking portraits and deeply personal stories, artist, photographer, and fifth-generation Wyoming native, Lindsay Linton Buk, captures the spirit of a region too often told through a male lens and reframes it with authenticity and grace. Each profile feels both intimate and expansive, offering a window into lives shaped by landscape, purpose, and perseverance. Beautifully designed and emotionally compelling, this book is as much an art piece as it is a celebration of women’s voices. Highly recommended for readers who love photography, storytelling, and the untold stories of the American frontier.
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