Bull's-Eye: A Photobiography of Annie Oakley
by Sue Macy
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About This Book
ISBN13: 9780792270089 |
Synopses & Reviews
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 Codys 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:
- Author:
- Author:
- Author:
- 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.
- 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:
- 11.22x9.48x.47 in. 1.15 lbs.
- Age Level:
- 09-12











