The Plainsman

It has not been the purpose of this book to novelize Wild Bill Hickok. That has already been done, and rather effectively. The main purpose of this work is to find out what was real, and what imaginary, in the stories about him. Wild Bill was a fascinating personality to all who knew him. The mere mention of his name never failed to bring a crash of brasses from the orchestra. His friends never ceased to chant his praises as an honest man, an incredibly accurate pistol shot, and an individual who was without fear in the presence of danger.Contents:The Prince of PistoleersAncestry and Early ManhoodThe Magnum Opus of PistolryThe Mccanles Mystery SolvedWartime AdventuresFight With Conquering Bear and a New Indian RomanceThe Duel With Dave TuttA Blue Ribbon Outburst of GunsOn the Plains With the Wilson PartyMarshal of Hays City and AbileneWild Bill Starts a Wild West ShowTraits and Personal AppearanceThree Shooting StarsA Visit to CheyenneRomance and MarriageThe Calamity Jane-Wild Bill MythLast DaysThe Trial and Execution of Jack Mccall