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The Story of the Wild West; Buffalo Bill's Autobiography and Campfire Chats
William F Cody
Livre relié | Anglais
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Description
The Story of the Wild West is a book that recounts the thrilling adventures and experiences of William F. Cody, also known as Buffalo Bill, in the American Wild West. The book is a combination of Cody's autobiography and his famous campfire chats, which were tales of his adventures and the people he met during his time in the Wild West.Cody was a legendary figure in American history, known for his skills as a buffalo hunter, scout, and showman. He was also a key figure in the development of the Wild West shows that became popular in the late 19th and early 20th centuries.The book is divided into two parts. The first part is Cody's autobiography, which covers his childhood, his time as a buffalo hunter, his work as a scout for the US Army, and his experiences with the Wild West shows. Cody's writing is vivid and engaging, and he provides a unique perspective on life in the Wild West.The second part of the book is a collection of Cody's campfire chats, which were stories he told to entertain his fellow cowboys and Wild West show performers. These stories are full of adventure, humor, and colorful characters, and they offer a fascinating glimpse into the culture of the Wild West.Overall, The Story of the Wild West is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of the American West, and for anyone who wants to experience the thrill of the Wild West through the eyes of one of its most legendary figures.1888. By the time he was 22, Buffalo Bill Cody had been a trapper, bull whacker, a Fifty-Niner, Pony Express rider, wagon master, stagecoach driver, Civil War soldier, and even a hotel manager. He got his nickname from his ability to supply railroad workers with buffalo meat. Cody was employed as a scout for the U.S. Army. His tenure was the longest for any man in this dangerous profession. Here he writes the lives of the three greatest pioneers of western settlement; Daniel Boone, Davy Crockett, and Kit Carson and his own life story.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.
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- Nombre de pages :
- 766
- Langue:
- Anglais
Caractéristiques
- EAN:
- 9781169373808
- Date de parution :
- 10-09-10
- Format:
- Livre relié
- Format numérique:
- Genaaid
- Dimensions :
- 178 mm x 254 mm
- Poids :
- 1528 g
