Beadle's Boy's Library of Sport, Story and Adventure, Vol. I, No. 1. by Ingraham
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| Author | Ingraham, Prentiss, 1843-1904 |
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| Title |
Beadle's Boy's Library of Sport, Story and Adventure, Vol. I, No. 1. Adventures of Buffalo Bill from Boyhood to Manhood |
| Note | Reading ease score: 70.1 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read. |
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Produced by David Starner, David Garcia and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team. |
| Summary | "Beadle's Boy's Library of Sport, Story and Adventure, Vol. I, No. 1" by Ingraham is a collection of adventure tales written in the late 19th century. It focuses on the life and exploits of William F. Cody, better known as Buffalo Bill, showcasing his remarkable adventures from boyhood to manhood. The stories draw on themes of bravery, the stark realities of frontier life, and the excitement of the wild west, appealing to fans of thrilling tales and heroic figures. The opening of the volume presents a prologue explaining the allure of stories rooted in the romantic and perilous life of the American frontier. It sets the stage for Buffalo Bill's adventures, introducing him as a hero who thrives amidst danger and lawlessness. The first chapter recounts a thrilling incident from his youth where he courageously faces a group of outlaws hiding in a haunted cabin, showcasing his bravery and resourcefulness. As he navigates the challenges thrown at him, the narrative hints at the legendary status he would go on to achieve in the annals of American folklore, making him an inspiring figure for young audiences. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PS: Language and Literatures: American and Canadian literature |
| Subject | Western stories |
| Subject | Dime novels |
| Subject | Buffalo Bill, 1846-1917 -- Fiction |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 15583 |
| Release Date | Apr 8, 2005 |
| Most Recently Updated | Dec 14, 2020 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 67 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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