Buffalo Bill: From Prairie To Palace, An Authentic History Of The Wild West (1893)

By John M. Burke

Book Overview

Buffalo Bill: From Prairie To Palace, An Authentic History Of The Wild West is a book written by John M. Burke in 1893. The book chronicles the life of William F. Cody, popularly known as Buffalo Bill, an American frontiersman, soldier, and showman. The book takes readers on a journey from Cody's early days as a buffalo hunter on the Great Plains to his rise to fame as the star of the Wild West shows. The book is divided into chapters that cover different aspects of Cody's life, including his time as a Pony Express rider, his work as a guide for the U.S. Army, and his role in the Indian Wars. It also explores his relationships with notable figures of the time, such as Sitting Bull and Annie Oakley. Burke's writing style is engaging and informative, providing readers with a detailed and authentic account of Cody's life. The book is filled with anecdotes and stories that bring Cody's adventures to life, making it an entertaining and educational read for anyone interested in the history of the American West. Overall, Buffalo Bill: From Prairie To Palace, An Authentic History Of The Wild West is a must-read for fans of American history, the Wild West, and the legendary figure of Buffalo Bill.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: 1104691906
• ISBN13: 9781104691905
• Release Date: June 2009
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 278 Pages
• Weight: 1.27 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.8" x 6.0" x 9.0"