The Adventures of Buffalo Bill by Buffalo Bill
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| Author | Buffalo Bill, 1846-1917 |
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| Title | The Adventures of Buffalo Bill |
| Note | Reading ease score: 72.2 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read. |
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| Summary | "The Adventures of Buffalo Bill" by Col. William F. Cody (Buffalo Bill) is a historical account chronicling the legendary life of William F. Cody, better known as Buffalo Bill, written in the early 20th century. This narrative captures the adventures, challenges, and exploits that Cody faced during the westward expansion of America, reflecting his role as a frontiersman, scout, and entertainer. The book offers readers a glimpse into the culture and events of the American West, showcasing the tumultuous relationships between settlers and Native Americans, as well as the larger-than-life persona of its central figure. The opening of the book introduces us to Cody's early life and his initial foray into the plains, detailing his participation in a freight train across the West. Through vivid storytelling, we learn about his first encounter with danger—a surprise Indian attack on their camp, highlighting the precarious nature of life on the frontier. Cody's bravery is established early on when, despite being only eleven, he kills an attacking Indian, earning him notoriety among the men in his party. As the narrative develops, it sets the stage for Cody's transformation from a young boy into the legendary figure that shaped the American mythos of the Wild West. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | F590.3: United States local history: The West. Trans-Mississippi Region. Great Plains |
| Subject | Buffalo Bill, 1846-1917 |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 38840 |
| Release Date | Feb 12, 2012 |
| Most Recently Updated | Jan 8, 2021 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 194 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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