Buffalo Bill entrapped
by OpenStories
Original author: Prentiss Ingraham
"Buffalo Bill Entrapped; or, A Close Call" by Colonel Prentiss Ingraham is a fictional adventure novel likely written in the early 20th century. The story revolves around the legendary character Buffalo Bill, a heroic scout and performer, as he navigates a dangerous situation involving murder, mystery, and a potential kidnapping. The narrative is set against the backdrop of the American West, showcasing themes of bravery and resilience. The opening of the novel introduces Bart Angell, a rugged hunter, who is drawn into chaos when he hears gunshots and discovers a nearby cabin ablaze. He finds Buffalo Bill wounded but alive, having just witnessed the murder of his friend, Matt Holmes. As they piece together the events leading to the fire, they realize that the threats they face are more complex than they initially thought, particularly with a nefarious character, Rixton Holmes, playing a central role in the unfolding drama. Tensions escalate as Buffalo Bill and Angell resolve to uncover the truth and protect a young woman, Myra Wilton, from danger, setting the stage for a gripping tale of adventure.
Buffalo Bill entrapped, by Prentiss Ingraham. Republished by OpenStories from Project Gutenberg eBook #62479.
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26 Chapters
- 1.Front Matter682 words
- 2.Chapter I: In a Tight Place3,002 words
- 3.Chapter II: The Tables Are Turned3,265 words
- 4.Chapter III: Buffalo Bill Falls Into a Trap3,825 words
- 5.Chapter IV: A Coward Defied3,704 words
- 6.Chapter V: Buffalo Bill’s Escape3,157 words
- 7.Chapter VI: In the Enemy’s Camp4,136 words
- 8.Chapter VII: A Cunning Villain’s Play4,228 words
- 9.Chapter VIII: Saved From Death3,171 words
- 10.Chapter IX: A Man Hunt in Arizona3,020 words
- 11.Chapter X: The Scout Captured3,075 words
- 12.Chapter XI: An Old Friend Reappears4,320 words
- 13.Chapter XII: Environed by Perils4,267 words
- 14.Chapter XIII: A Vengeful Indian4,518 words
- 15.Chapter XIV: Strange Happenings5,453 words
- 16.Chapter XV: The Fruits of Victory2,197 words
- 17.Chapter XVI: The Man with a Past3,229 words
- 18.Chapter XVII: The Story of Quicksilver John2,397 words
- 19.Chapter XVIII: The Stolen Child1,376 words
- 20.Chapter XIX: The Talk with Toltec Tom2,437 words
- 21.Chapter XX: Signs and Omens3,116 words
- 22.Chapter XXI: Giant Footsteps and Devil Birds4,494 words
- 23.Chapter XXII: The Baron and Toltec Tom2,740 words
- 24.Chapter XXIII: Buffalo Bill’s Capture1,302 words
- 25.Chapter XXIV: Buffalo Bill Hears the Truth2,533 words
- 26.Chapter XXV: The Heart of Tom Conover2,113 words