The Autobiography Of Ma-Ka-Tai-Me-She-Kia-Kiak Or Black Hawk

The Autobiography of Ma-Ka-Tai-Me-She-Kia-Kiak or Black Hawk is a memoir written by the Native American leader Black Hawk, also known as Makataimeshekiakiak. The book was originally published in 1833 and has since become a classic of Native American literature. In the book, Black Hawk recounts his life and experiences as a leader of the Sauk tribe, including his participation in the Black Hawk War of 1832. He describes his childhood, his early years as a warrior, and his efforts to resist the encroachment of white settlers on Sauk land. Black Hawk also provides insight into Sauk culture and traditions, including their beliefs about the natural world and their spiritual practices. He discusses the impact of European colonization on Native American communities and the challenges faced by Indigenous peoples in adapting to new ways of life. Overall, The Autobiography of Ma-Ka-Tai-Me-She-Kia-Kiak or Black Hawk offers a unique perspective on the history of Native American peoples and their struggles against colonialism and oppression. It is a powerful and important work that continues to resonate with readers today.The old chief had some dogs killed and made a feast preparatory to resigning his scepter, to which all the nation were invited. Great anxiety prevailed among them to know what the three brothers had seen and heard. . When the old chief arose and related to them the sayings and doings of his three sons, and concluded by saying that the Great Spirit had directed that these, his three sons, should take the rank and power that had once been his, and that he yielded these honors and duties willingly to them, because it was the wish of the Great Spirit, and he could never consent to make him angry.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.