Celebrated in their day as homegrown, self-taught artists, Winslow Homer (1836-1910) and Frederic Remington (1861-1909) offered a vision of American identity rooted in self-reliance, vigor, and a deep connection to the outdoors. The essays here consider the two artists together, revealing unexpected resonances between their artistic themes, careers, techniques, and lives. Also included are 78 color images, showcasing the artists' illustrations, paintings, sculptures, and watercolors.