William F. "Buffalo Bill" Cody rose from humble origins in Iowa to become one of the most famous and most photographed people in the world. Cody's most important legacy may be how he shaped the world's enduring views of the American West. This biography is a fresh look at the life of Buffalo Bill.

All-American quarterback Charlie Conerly's college career was interrupted by World War II. He started at University of Mississippi in 1942, fought in the Battle of Guam in 1944, then led Ole Miss to their first conference championship in 1947. He went on to play for the New York Giants from 1948 to 1961, ultimately leading them to an NFL title. A College Football Hall of Famer, Conerly was a professional All-Star and the lynchpin of the Giants offense at time when the team was loaded with Hall of Famers who unduly overshadowed him during his heyday. New York won repeat divisional crowns under...