The People Of The Longhouse

The People of the Longhouse is a historical fiction novel by Edward Marion Chadwick. The book is set in the 16th century and follows the story of a young Mohawk boy named Ohkwa'ri. Ohkwa'ri is the son of a chief and is destined to become a great warrior. He is sent to live with his uncle, a powerful shaman, to learn the ways of the spirits and the natural world.As Ohkwa'ri grows up, he becomes more and more aware of the conflicts between his people and the neighboring tribes, particularly the Huron. The Huron are fierce warriors and have been raiding Mohawk villages for years. Ohkwa'ri is torn between his desire to protect his people and his growing understanding of the Huron's own struggles and motivations.The novel is rich in detail and portrays the daily life of the Mohawk people, including their customs, beliefs, and traditions. It also explores the complex relationships between different tribes and the impact of European colonization on Native American communities.Overall, The People of the Longhouse is a compelling and insightful look into the world of the Mohawk people during a tumultuous time in their history. Chadwick's vivid descriptions and well-developed characters make this a must-read for anyone interested in Native American culture and history.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.