The Cheyenne Indians (1905)

The Cheyenne Indians is a historical non-fiction book written by James Mooney in 1905. The book provides a comprehensive account of the Cheyenne tribe, their culture, traditions, and history. Mooney, who was an ethnographer and anthropologist, spent a considerable amount of time living among the Cheyenne people, studying their way of life and documenting their history.The book is divided into several chapters, each focusing on a different aspect of the Cheyenne culture. Mooney delves into the tribe's social organization, religious beliefs, and political structure. He also provides detailed descriptions of their customs, including their clothing, food, and housing.The book also covers the Cheyenne's interactions with European settlers, particularly during the 19th century. Mooney describes the impact of the American government's policies on the tribe, including the forced relocation to reservations and the loss of their traditional lands.Overall, The Cheyenne Indians is a valuable resource for anyone interested in Native American history and culture. Mooney's detailed research and first-hand accounts provide a unique insight into the Cheyenne way of life and their struggles to maintain their traditions in the face of outside pressures.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.