Buffalo Bill: The Life Of William F. Cody (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781432571986)

Buffalo Bill: The Life Of William F. Cody is a comprehensive biography written by Eloise Duvel Stone. The book delves into the life of William F. Cody, popularly known as Buffalo Bill, who was an American soldier, bison hunter, and showman. The book chronicles Cody's life from his early days as a buffalo hunter to his rise as a national icon through his Wild West shows.The author provides an in-depth look at Cody's life, including his childhood, his time as a Pony Express rider, his experiences as a scout for the US Army during the Indian Wars, and his role in the creation of the Wild West shows. The book also explores Cody's personal life, including his marriages and relationships with family and friends.Stone's book provides a balanced view of Cody, highlighting both his achievements and his flaws. The author examines Cody's relationship with Native Americans, which was complicated and often contradictory. Stone also explores Cody's struggles with financial difficulties and his declining health in later years.Overall, Buffalo Bill: The Life Of William F. Cody is a well-researched and engaging biography that provides a fascinating insight into the life of one of America's most iconic figures. The book is an excellent resource for anyone interested in the history of the American West, the Wild West shows, or the life of William F. Cody himself.This Biography Covers The Life Of William Frederick Cody From His Birth February 26, 1846 Until His Death January 10, 1917. Emphasis Is On The Years He Spend On The Frontier, When The West Was Young.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

Author: Eloise Duvel Stone
ISBN-10: 1432571982
ISBN-13: 9781432571986
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 03/01/2007
Pages: 48
Format: Paperback
Weight: 0.18lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.12d