Indian Captivities Being A Collection Of The Most Remarkable Narratives Of Persons Taken Captive By The North American Indians (1839)
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Produktdetails
Einband
Taschenbuch
Erscheinungsdatum
02.04.2009
Verlag
Kessinger Publishing, LLCSeitenzahl
368
Maße (L/B/H)
22.9/15.2/2 cm
Gewicht
533 g
Sprache
Englisch
ISBN
978-1-104-26166-5
Indian Captivities is a collection of true stories about individuals who were taken captive by various Native American tribes in North America. Written by Samuel Gardner Drake and first published in 1839, the book features a compilation of some of the most remarkable and harrowing accounts of captivity, including those of Mary Rowlandson, John Tanner, and Hannah Duston. Each narrative offers a unique perspective on the experiences of captives, including their struggles to adapt to unfamiliar cultures, their attempts to escape or be rescued, and the often violent and tragic events that led to their capture. The book also provides historical context and background information on the Native American tribes involved in these incidents, as well as the broader historical context of the colonial period in North America.Overall, Indian Captivities is a compelling and informative read that offers a firsthand glimpse into a little-known aspect of American history. It sheds light on the complex relationships between Native American tribes and European colonizers, as well as the resilience and bravery of those who survived captivity.Or Relations Of Those Who By Stratagem Or Desperate Valor, Have Effected The Most Surprising Escapes From Their Cruel Hands.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
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