Buffalo Bill: King Of Scouts (1908)

By Harry Hawkeye

Book Overview

Buffalo Bill: King of Scouts is a biography of the legendary American frontiersman, William F. Cody, better known as Buffalo Bill. Written by Hawkeye (pseudonym of Harry Hawkeye), the book was first published in 1908 and is considered one of the most comprehensive accounts of Cody's life and adventures.The book begins with a detailed account of Cody's early years, including his experiences as a buffalo hunter, Pony Express rider, and Indian fighter. It then goes on to chronicle his rise to fame as a showman, with the creation of Buffalo Bill's Wild West Show, which toured the United States and Europe to great acclaim.Throughout the book, Hawkeye provides vivid descriptions of Cody's encounters with Native American tribes, his hunting expeditions, and his role in the American Civil War. He also explores Cody's personal life, including his relationships with his wives and children.Buffalo Bill: King of Scouts is written in a lively and engaging style, with plenty of action-packed scenes and colorful characters. It offers a fascinating insight into the life of one of America's most iconic figures and is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of the American West.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.

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1165966131
• ISBN13: 9781165966134
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 196 Pages
• Weight: 1.01 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.6" x 6.0" x 9.0"