Buffalo Bill Cody

This book explores the true story behind Buffalo Bill Cody, a legendary figure of the American West, and how he re-enacted and popularized frontier history through his Wild West shows from 1883 to 1913. It reveals how Cody, relying on real people and events, crafted a romanticized and theatrical version of the West that has shaped cultural perceptions for over a century. The narrative examines the ways in which frontier myths were constructed, the performers involved, and the lasting influence of Cody’s exhibitions on American entertainment and history.