Books with title Wild Bill Hickok

Have you ever wanted to know more about Western legend Wild Bill Hickok? Discover the true story of the gunslinger known as the “Prince of Pistoleers.”Wild Bill Hickok was a man of many skills: pioneer of the Great Plains, Civil War scout and spy, lawman, gambler, stagecoach driver, showman. He was a crack shot with nerves of steel. When he drew his weapon, it was with one aim: to kill. Wild Bill is brought to life in this easy-to-read title by award-winning Western author John Hamilton. Wild Bill Hickok is part of the bestselling Heroes and Villains of the Wild West hardcover series, now available for the first time as an ebook! Perfect for school reports, but also a gripping tale for anyone captivated by the Wild West, young or old.In this concise (6,500 words) biography, you’ll discover:• James Butler Hickok’s childhood and early career.• The origin of Wild Bill’s nickname.• His exploits during the Civil War.• The details of his most famous—and infamous—gunfights.• His death-defying career as a U.S. marshal and Kansas cowtown lawman.• His tragic final days in Deadwood.• The truth behind the “dead man’s hand.”• 14 historical photos• And much, much more!Wild Bill Hickok is an easy read, thoroughly researched, and a straight-shooting account of the man behind the legend. Lasso a copy and start your Wild West adventure today!

The life story of James Butler "Wild Bill" Hickok, the famous lawman, gunfighter and gambler of the Old West.Classics Illustrated tells this wonderful tale in colourful comic strip form, offering an excellent introduction for younger readers. This edition also includes theme discussions and study questions, which can be used both in the classroom and at home to further engage the reader in the story.The Classics Illustrated comic book series began in 1941 with its first issue, Alexandre Dumas’s "The Three Musketeers", and has since included over 200 classic tales released around the world. This new CCS Books edition is specifically tailored to engage and educate young readers with some of the greatest works ever written, while still thrilling older readers who have loving memories of this series of old.

The thrill-packed story of a hero whose bullets spoke for justice on a frontier that flamed with Civil War, Indian uprisings and brawling bad men. He was Overland Stage boss, Indian fighter, Union scout, Marshal of Hayes and Abilene; outlaws and gamblers learned to respect this man of iron will who fought them with courage and honor. Bill Hickok's greatest love was America. This is the story of that passion that helped to free the West.

Gunslinger, sharpshooter, lawman, army scout, wilderness guide, wartime spy. In the late 19th century, all of these terms were used to describe James Butler Hickok, better known to history as Wild Bill. A legend in his own time, Wild Bill Hickok became nationally famous because of exaggerated published accounts of his adventures on the Western frontier. But behind Hickok the legend was Hickok the man, who, in some ways, lived up to the myths about him. He was handsome, courageous, and certainly skilled with a gun. Throughout his life, he was a little too fond of drinking and gambling and a little too fast on the trigger when he found himself in a tough situation. The story of Hickok is, therefore, the story of two Wild Bills—the real person who struggled to eke out a living while dealing with his personal demons and the legendary figure who lives on in America's fantasies about the Wild West. This new biography examines both the man and his legend.