The Life of Buffalo Bill

Solider, Bison Hunter, and Showman

An autobiography by William Frederick “Buffalo Bill” Cody. Cody started working at the age of eleven, after his father's death, and became a rider for the Pony Express at age 15. During the American Civil War, he served the Union. Later he served as a civilian scout for the US Army during the Indian Wars. Cody would become world-famous for Buffalo Bill’s Wild West, a touring show which traveled around the United States and Europe. Audiences were enthusiastic about seeing a piece of the American West.

First published in 1879, this edition is derived from the original book with 82 black & white illustrations. As always, this edition is complete and unabridged.