The Personal Memoirs Of A Residence Of Thirty Years With The Indian Tribes On The American Frontiers

The Personal Memoirs Of A Residence Of Thirty Years With The Indian Tribes On The American Frontiers is a book written by Henry Rowe Schoolcraft, an American ethnologist, geologist, and Indian agent. The book is a memoir of Schoolcraft's experiences living among and interacting with various Native American tribes during his thirty-year residence on the American frontiers. The book is divided into two volumes, with the first volume detailing Schoolcraft's early life, education, and work as a geologist and ethnologist. The second volume focuses on his experiences living among the Native American tribes, including the Ojibwe, Chippewa, and Sioux. Throughout the book, Schoolcraft provides detailed descriptions of the customs, beliefs, and daily lives of the Native American tribes he encountered. He also includes accounts of his interactions with important tribal leaders, such as the Ojibwe chief, Oshkosh, and the Sioux chief, Red Cloud. The Personal Memoirs Of A Residence Of Thirty Years With The Indian Tribes On The American Frontiers is an important historical document that provides valuable insights into the lives and cultures of Native American tribes during the 19th century. It is a fascinating read for anyone interested in Native American history, anthropology, or ethnography.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.