Buffalo Bill At Fort Challis

Buffalo Bill's own experiences with the Indians as shown in the story of his life.

Reproduction of the original.

Reproduction of the original.

Reproduction of the original.

"Anyone interested in the history of the West will enjoy this latest book by Jeff Barnes. He carefully examines the accounts of William F. 'Buffalo Bill' Cody's life--some true, some fictional, and others in between--and places them within the context of the Great Plains, and America as a whole, guiding readers to sites associated with Buffalo Bill and the momentous times in which he lived. It's an entertaining and helpful guide to both past and place." --Steve Friesen, director of the Buffalo Bill Museum • Guide to residences, forts, battlefields, and other sites that interpret Buffalo Bill's life on the Great Plains • Locations in Colorado, Iowa, Kansas, Missouri, Nebraska, Oklahoma, South Dakota, and Wyoming • Helpful maps pinpoint locations • Dozens of photographs from both past and present • Includes directions, visitor information, related sites, and recommended reading

"The Adventures of Buffalo Bill" chronicles the thrilling escapades of the legendary frontiersman, Buffalo Bill. Authored by Buffalo Bill himself, this riveting autobiography offers a glimpse into the life of a true American icon. From his daring exploits as a scout and buffalo hunter to his celebrated Wild West shows, readers will be captivated by Buffalo Bill's extraordinary journey and his enduring impact on American culture.

Fearless hero and showman extraordinaire William "Buffalo Bill" Cody lived a remarkable life. As a young man, he made a name for himself in the Wild West as an incredibly successful buffalo hunter and rider for the Pony Express. Later in life, he helped immortalize the mythology of the period by staging a series of traveling shows depicted a romanticized version of life on the open range. This thrilling autobiography offers a fascinating glimpse into the adventures of this quintessentially American icon.