""Gene Autry In Public Cowboy No. 1"" is a biography of Gene Autry, one of the most popular and successful cowboy actors of the 20th century. Written by Eleanor Packer, the book chronicles Autry's rise to fame as a singer, actor, and radio personality, as well as his impact on American popular culture. The book explores Autry's early life in Texas, his time as a radio performer, and his transition to film and television. It also delves into Autry's...