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    The Year of the Flood

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Bull's-Eye: A Photobiography of Annie Oakley

by Sue Macy

Bull's-Eye: A Photobiography of Annie Oakley Cover

ISBN13: 9780792270089
ISBN10: 0792270088
Condition: Standard
Dustjacket: Standard
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Publisher Comments:

Sharpshooter Annie Oakley, a beloved icon of American history, comes to life for a new generation. Born in the backwoods of Ohio, this remarkable woman overcame poverty and abuse to achieve worldwide fame as a daring performer and markswoman. Traveling with Buffalo Bill Cody’s Wild West show, Annie delighted audiences throughout the U.S. and Europe with her target shooting, trick shots, and horseback riding stunts. Combining lively text, historical photos, and original quotes from Annie herself, Sue Macy reveals the gripping true story behind this legendary heroine.

Synopsis:

Legendary sharpshooter Annie Oakley comes to life for a new generation in this biography that presents an exciting role model to girls. Born in the backwoods of Ohio, she overcame poverty and abuse to achieve worldwide fame with Buffalo Bill Cody's Traveling Wild West Show. Includes duo-toned period photos, maps, and chronology.
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Product Details

ISBN:
9780792270089
Subtitle:
A Photobiography of Annie Oakley
Foreword:
Edwards, Bess
Foreword:
Edwards, Bess
Author:
Macy, Sue
Author:
Macy, William H.
Author:
Edwards, Bess
Author:
National Geographic Society
Publisher:
National Geographic Society
Location:
Washington, D.C.
Subject:
Non-Classifiable
Subject:
Women
Subject:
Biography & Autobiography - Historical
Subject:
Children's 9-12 - Biography / Autobiography
Subject:
Biography & Autobiography - General
Subject:
Biography & Autobiography - Performing Arts
Subject:
Entertainers
Subject:
Sharpshooters.
Subject:
Shooters of firearms.
Subject:
Biography & Autobiography - Women
Copyright:
2001
Edition Description:
Hardcover
Series:
National Geographic Photobiographies
Series Volume:
106-20
Publication Date:
October 2001
Binding:
Hardcover
Grade Level:
Children/juvenile
Language:
English
Illustrations:
Yes
Pages:
64
Dimensions:
1122x948x47 115
Age Level:
09-12
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