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This volume recounts the life of William (Billy) Cody from age seven to adulthood. Warren weaves in historical context by detailing Cody's involvement in conflicts such as the Kansas-Missouri Border War and the Civil War; she concludes with the eventual success of Buffalo Bill's Wild West Show. The fast-paced narrative with generous notes is accompanied by period photographs and illustrations. Reading list. Bib., ind.