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Three Years Among The Indians And Mexicans (1916)

Three Years Among The Indians And Mexicans (1916)

James, Thomas
Douglas, Walter Bond

Hardcover

Biographies GeneralNative American HistoryFiction Anthologies

ISBN10: 1104961121
ISBN13: 9781104961121
Publisher: Kessinger Pub Llc
Published: Aug 10 2009
Pages: 344
Weight: 1.49
Height: 0.94 Width: 6.00 Depth: 9.00
Language: English
Three Years Among The Indians And Mexicans is a memoir written by Thomas James, originally published in 1916. The book details the author's experiences living among various Native American tribes and Mexican communities in the late 19th century. James was a young man when he left his home in Illinois to travel westward, seeking adventure and a new way of life. He spent three years living among the Sioux, Cheyenne, and Arapaho tribes, learning their customs and traditions, and participating in their daily activities. Throughout the book, James provides a vivid and detailed account of the Native American way of life, including their hunting practices, religious beliefs, and social structures. He also describes the various conflicts between the tribes and the US government, including the Battle of Little Bighorn and the Wounded Knee Massacre. After leaving the Native American tribes, James traveled to Mexico, where he spent time living among the Mexican people and learning about their culture. He describes their food, music, and traditions, as well as the political and social issues facing the country at the time. Overall, Three Years Among The Indians And Mexicans is a fascinating and informative account of life in the American West and Mexico during a tumultuous period in history. James' firsthand experiences provide a unique perspective on the people and events that shaped this era, making it a valuable resource for anyone interested in American history or Native American culture.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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