The Buffalo Bill Stories - Buffalo Bill's Leap For Life + The James Boys In California
By William F. Cody
Published by The New International Library Inc c1970
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The Buffalo Bill Stories - Buffalo Bill's Leap for Life + The James Boys in California is a dime novel collection that captures the spirit of American frontier adventure at the turn of the 20th century. In Buffalo Bill's Leap for Life, the legendary scout and showman Buffalo Bill is portrayed in larger-than-life fashion, facing danger with courage, quick wit, and daring action. The tale emphasizes his role as a hero of the West, combining real historical exploits with fictionalized adventure to entertain and inspire readers with themes of bravery, loyalty, and justice.
The companion story, The James Boys in California, shifts the focus to the infamous outlaw brothers Jesse and Frank James, blending fact and myth in the depiction of their adventures beyond their usual Midwestern setting. Here they are placed in the dramatic landscapes of California, navigating pursuits, escapes, and confrontations that showcase their notoriety as well as their cunning. Together, the two stories reflect the popularity of dime novels in shaping the mythic image of both heroic figures like Buffalo Bill and anti-heroic outlaws like the James Boys, offering readers thrilling escapism grounded in the legends of the American West."
General wear , chipping and some creasing to covers and spine as shown. Pages tanned with a few marks otherwise good condition overall. Please study photos to further understand condition.
