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Missie: An Historical Biography Of Annie Oakley

Missie: An Historical Biography Of Annie Oakley

Swartwout, Annie Fern

Hardcover

Historical Figures19th Century United States HistoryFiction Anthologies

ISBN10: 1258033674
ISBN13: 9781258033675
Publisher: Literary Licensing Llc
Published: Jun 5 2011
Pages: 348
Weight: 1.50
Height: 0.94 Width: 6.00 Depth: 9.00
Language: English
Missie: An Historical Biography Of Annie Oakley by Annie Fern Swartwout is a compelling and detailed account of the life of one of America's most iconic figures, Annie Oakley. Born in 1860, Annie Oakley was a sharpshooter and performer who captured the hearts of audiences across the country with her incredible skills and daring feats. This book explores her early life, growing up in poverty and learning to shoot to help support her family, as well as her rise to fame as a performer in Buffalo Bill's Wild West Show. Swartwout delves into the personal life of Annie Oakley, including her marriage to fellow sharpshooter Frank Butler, and her struggles with health issues and financial difficulties. The book also explores the cultural and historical context of Annie Oakley's life, including the changing attitudes towards women in the late 19th and early 20th centuries, and the impact of the Wild West shows on American popular culture. With meticulous research and engaging writing, Swartwout paints a vivid portrait of a remarkable woman who defied expectations and paved the way for generations of female athletes and performers. Missie: An Historical Biography Of Annie Oakley is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of the American West, women's history, or the fascinating life of one of America's most enduring legends.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

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