Publisher's Synopsis
""Wild Bill And His Era: The Life And Adventures Of James Butler Hickok"" is a biographical book written by William Elsey Connelley. The book covers the life of James Butler Hickok, who is famously known as Wild Bill. Hickok was a legendary figure in the American West during the 19th century, known for his skills as a gunfighter, lawman, and gambler. The book explores Hickok's early life, his time as a soldier during the Civil War, and his adventures as a lawman in various towns in the West, including Abilene, Kansas. It also delves into his relationships with other famous figures of the time, such as Calamity Jane and Buffalo Bill Cody. Throughout the book, Connelley paints a vivid picture of the Wild West and the characters who inhabited it. The book is based on extensive research and includes many primary sources, such as letters and newspaper articles. Overall, ""Wild Bill And His Era"" is a comprehensive and engaging biography of one of the most iconic figures of the American West. It provides a fascinating glimpse into the life and times of James Butler Hickok and the world he inhabited.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.
