Description: This book delves into the captivating lives and legacies of prominent Native American chiefs from various tribes, offering a glimpse into a pivotal era of American history. It paints vivid portraits of leaders like Keeshuswa, a Musquakee medicine man clinging to ancient traditions, and the resilient Chippewa widow, whose customs reflect profound respect for the departed. The author skillfully interweaves biographical narratives with broader historical context, exploring the complexities of cultural clashes, territorial disputes, and the tragic consequences of westward expansion. The Seminole leader Asseola emerges as a central figure, his story highlighting the Seminole Wars and the tribe's resistance against forced relocation. Through these compelling accounts, the book delves into themes of cultural identity, resilience, and the enduring human spirit in the face of adversity. It sheds light on the intricate relationships between Native American tribes and the United States government, revealing the devastating impact of broken treaties and forced assimilation. Ultimately, this book offers valuable insights into the lives of these influential figures, reminding us of the rich heritage and complex history of Native American tribes, and their ongoing struggle for recognition and self-determination. Forgotten Books publishes hundreds of thousands of rare and classic books.This book is a reproduction of an important historical work. Forgotten Books uses state-of-the-art technology to digitally reconstruct the work, preserving the original format whilst repairing imperfections present in the aged copy. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in our edition. We do, however, repair the vast majority of imperfections successfully; any imperfections that remain are intentionally left to preserve the state of such historical works. This text has been digitally restored from a historical edition. Some aesthetic errors may persist, however it has been deemed that any such will not detract from the work's significant historical value. The digital edition of all books may be viewed on our website before purchase.
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Original Language: English
Country/Region of Manufacture: America
Narrative Type: Nonfiction
Intended Audience: Adults
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Number of Pages: 693
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Book Title: History of the Indian Tribes of North America, Vol. 2 Of 2 : With Biographical Sketches and Anecdotes of the Principal Chiefs; Embellished with One Hundred Portraits from the Indian Gallery in the War Department at Washington (Classic Reprint)
Language: English
Publisher: Forgotten Books
Publication Year: 2016
Item Height: 1.4 in
Topic: General, Customs & Traditions
Illustrator: Yes
Genre: Social Science, Biography & Autobiography
Item Weight: 32.2 Oz
Item Length: 9 in
Author: Thomas L. Mckenney
Item Width: 6 in
Format: Trade Paperback
