
Buffalo Bill's Bold Play; Or, The Tiger of the Hills
Courage, Honor, and High-Stakes Adventure in the Wild WestBy Prentiss IngrahamLength9h
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Set against the backdrop of the Wild West, 'Buffalo Bill's Bold Play; Or, The Tiger of the Hills' by Prentiss Ingraham immerses readers in a thrilling narrative that explores the complexities of heroism and adventure. Through dynamic prose and vivid descriptions, Ingraham masterfully captures the essence of American frontier life, weaving a tale filled with daring exploits, larger-than-life characters, and moral dilemmas. The novel exemplifies the popular dime novel style of the late 19th century, which aimed to entertain a rapidly growing readership fascinated by the myths of the West and its legendary figures, particularly William F. Cody, known as Buffalo Bill. Prentiss Ingraham, a prolific author and close contemporary of Buffalo Bill himself, wrote extensively within the genre of adventure fiction, drawing from his firsthand experiences and insights of the American frontier. His career was marked by a deep interest in the sensational and the heroic, themes reflected in his works. Ingraham's engagement with Western mythos allows for a unique exploration of cultural narratives surrounding masculinity and justice, reaffirming his status as a key figure in American literature. For those seeking an authentic slice of Americana, 'Buffalo Bill's Bold Play' is a must-read. It not only entertains with its fast-paced action and rich characterizations but also invites reflection on the nature of heroism in a time of transition. This book is perfect for readers who appreciate historical adventure fiction, as well as those looking to understand the cultural fabric of the American West.
Audiobook details
GenreAction and Adventure, Historical Fiction
Length9 hrs
Narrated byListen with 1,000+ voices
FormateBook with Audio
Publish dateNov 5, 2021
LanguageEnglish
Table of contents
1CHAPTER I. JUNIPER JOE’S JUBILEE.
16CHAPTER XVI. THE GOPHER BITES.
2CHAPTER II. “JACKSON DANE, DETECTIVE.”
17CHAPTER XVII. THE BARON’S EXPERIENCE.
3CHAPTER III. THE BARON FINDS EXCITEMENT.
18CHAPTER XVIII. AN ASSASSIN AT WORK.
4CHAPTER IV. SUSPICIONS.
19CHAPTER XIX. SHIFTING THE PRISONERS.
5CHAPTER V. THE SURPRISE AT JUNIPER JOE’S.
20CHAPTER XX. SPRINGING THE TRAP.
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6CHAPTER VI. THE BARON’S ADVENTURES.
21CHAPTER XXI. TIM BENSON’S ESCAPE.
7CHAPTER VII. A STARTLING DISCOVERY.
22CHAPTER XXII. TIM BENSON’S CLEVERNESS.
8CHAPTER VIII. STRANGE DISAPPEARANCES.
23CHAPTER XXIII. BUFFALO BILL’S HOLD-UP.
9CHAPTER IX. THE CHASE.
24CHAPTER XXIV. GORILLA JAKE.
10CHAPTER X. STARTLING REVELATIONS.
25CHAPTER XXV. THE BETTS BROTHERS.
11CHAPTER XI. THE FOOL OF FOLLY MOUNTAIN.
26CHAPTER XXVI. IN THE UTE VILLAGES.
12CHAPTER XII. THE MISSION OF WHITE-EYED MOSES.
27CHAPTER XXVII. MATT SHEPARD AND THE MASSACRE.
13CHAPTER XIII. BENSON ACTS.
28CHAPTER XXVIII. HOW IT WORKED.
14CHAPTER XIV. A WORRIED SHERIFF.
29CHAPTER XXIX. THE DARING OF BILL BETTS.
15CHAPTER XV. THE SHERIFF’S WARNING.
30CHAPTER XXX. THE CAPTURE OF BENSON.