The Indian On The Reservation

The Indian On The Reservation is a non-fiction book written by George Bird Grinnell. The book provides an insightful and detailed account of the life of Native American Indians living on reservations in the late 19th century. Grinnell, who was a renowned ethnologist and historian, spent several years living among the Indians and observing their way of life.The book covers a wide range of topics including the social structure of Indian tribes, their religious beliefs, their customs and traditions, and their struggles to adapt to life on reservations. Grinnell also provides a vivid description of the harsh living conditions on the reservations and the challenges faced by the Indians in terms of food, clothing, and healthcare.The Indian On The Reservation is a valuable resource for anyone interested in Native American history and culture. It offers a unique and authentic perspective on the lives of the Indians during a pivotal period in American history. The book is well-written and engaging, and it provides a fascinating glimpse into a world that is often overlooked in traditional history books. Overall, The Indian On The Reservation is a must-read for anyone interested in understanding the complexities of Native American life in the late 19th century.The task of civilizing the Indians really depends almost wholly upon the agent who is set over them. He represents the Great Father; he alone has authority. It is for him to explain to them the benefits of toil, to reward the industrious, to punish the refractory, to encourage the unsuccessful, and to direct the ambitious. He can lead the tribe to see that work is necessary, and can induce them to work; or he can let the Indians take their own way.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.