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The Autobiographies & Biographies of the Most Influential Native Americans
Geronimo, Charles Eastman, Black Hawk, King Philip, Sitting Bull & Crazy HorseBy Geronimo, Charles A. Eastman, John Stevens Cabot Abbott, Black Hawk, Charles M. ScanlanLength35h 47m
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The collection, 'The Autobiographies & Biographies of the Most Influential Native Americans,' encapsulates a rich tapestry of narratives that explore the profound impact and legacy of Native American leaders. Spanning diverse literary styles, the anthology showcases a harmonious blend of firsthand autobiographical insights and meticulously crafted biographies. Readers are invited to navigate through the visceral accounts of cultural resilience, identity, and transformation. This anthology stands out in its ability to weave together a narrative that is both broad and intimate, granting readers a panoramic yet deeply personal glimpse into the lives that have shaped Indigenous history and thought. The contributing authors, including figures such as Geronimo and Charles A. Eastman, bring varied backgrounds that collectively illuminate the core themes of resistance and heritage. Eastman's medical and literary contributions, alongside John Stevens Cabot Abbott and Black Hawk's articulate accounts of historical events and personal struggles, reflect the pervasive influence of the Native American experience. The collection aligns itself with historical and cultural movements, intricately linking the creators' voices to broader narratives of survival and perseverance, thus building a cohesive voice that resonates with both past and contemporary audiences. This anthology is a kaleidoscopic encounter with the narratives that have reshaped historical landscapes and societal perceptions. Recommended for readers yearning to delve into the depths of Native American intellect and experience, it offers an unparalleled opportunity to engage with the diverse perspectives and themes within a single volume. This compendium not only serves as an educational tool but also fosters crucial dialogues, encouraging readers to appreciate the subtle interconnections between each narrative. Engage with this collection to gain comprehensive insights into the mosaic of Native American history, culture, and philosophy.
Audiobook details
GenreBiography and Memoir, Literary Classics
Length35 hrs 47 mins
Narrated byListen with 1,000+ voices
FormateBook with Audio
Publish dateDec 26, 2023
LanguageEnglish
Table of contents
1The Autobiographies & Biographies of the Most Influential Native Americans
61Chapter VI Kas-ki-yeh
2I. Hadakah, “The Pitiful Last”
62Chapter VII Fighting Under Difficulties
3II. Early Hardships
63Chapter VIII Raids that were Successful
4III. My Indian Grandmother
64Chapter IX Varying Fortunes
5IV. An Indian Sugar Camp
65Chapter X Other Raids
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6V. A Midsummer Feast
66Chapter XI Heavy Fighting
7II. An Indian Boy’s Training
67Chapter XII Geronimo's Mightiest Battle
8I. Games and Sports
68Chapter XIII Coming of the White Men
9II. My Playmates
69Chapter XIV Greatest of Wrongs
10III. The Boy Hunter
70Chapter XV Removals
11IV. Hakadah’s First Offering
71Chapter XVI In Prison and on the Warpath
12I. A Visit to Smoky Day
72Chapter XVII The Final Struggle
13II. The Stone Boy
73Chapter XVIII Surrender of Geronimo
14I. Evening in the Lodge
74Chapter XIX A Prisoner of War
15II. Adventures of My Uncle
75Chapter XX Unwritten Laws of the Apaches
16VII. The End of the Bear Dance
76Chapter XXI At the World's Fair
17VIII. The Maidens’ Feast
77Chapter XXII Religion
18I. A Legend of Devil’s Lake
78Chapter XXIII Hopes for the Future
19II. Manitoshaw’s Hunting
79Original Dedication
20I. Life in the Woods
80Autobiography of Black Hawk
21II. A Winter Camp
81Black Hawk's Tower
22III. Wild Harvests
82Mr. Graham's Speech
23IV. A Meeting on the Plains
83Starts for a New Home
24V. An Adventurous Journey
84Black Hawk's Last Visit
25XI. The Laughing Philosopher
85Black Hawk's Removal to the Des Moines River
26XII. First Impressions of Civilization
86The Black Hawk War
27Foreword
87Preface
28I The Way Opens
88Fox Murderers Wanted
29II My First School Days
89Appendix
30III On the White Man's Trail
90Preface
31IV College Life in the West
91Chapter I. Description of the Country
32V College Life in the East
92Chapter II. Indian Troubles
33VI A Doctor Among the Indians
93Chapter III. The Davis Settlement
34VII The Ghost Dance War
94Chapter IV. The Massacre
35VIII War with the Politicians
95Chapter V. The Captivity
36IX Civilization as Preached and Practised
96Chapter VI. To the Rescue
37X At the Nation's Capital
97Chapter VII. Military Movements
38XI Back to the Woods
98Chapter VIII. Reward Offered
39XII The Soul of the White Man
99Chapter IX. The Captive Girls
40Preface
100Chapter X. Ransomed
41Chapter I. Landing of the Pilgrims
101Chapter XI. Royally Welcomed
42Chapter II. Massasoit
102Chapter XII. Homeward Bound
43Chapter III. Clouds of War
103Chapter XIII. Romance and History
44Chapter IV. The Pequot War
104Chapter XIV. Shabona44
45Chapter V. Commencement of the Reign of King Philip
105Chapter XV. Co-mee and To-qua-mee
46Chapter VI. Commencement of Hostilities
106Red Cloud
47Chapter VII. Autumn and Winter Campaigns
107Spotted Tail
48Chapter VIII. Mrs. Rowlandson's Captivity
108Little Crow
49Chapter IX. The Indians Victorious
109Tamahay
50Chapter X. The Vicissitudes of War
110Gall
51Chapter XI. Death of King Philip
111Crazy Horse
52Chapter XII. Conclusion of the War
112Sitting Bull
53Dedicatory
113Rain-in-the-Face
54Preface
114Two Strike
55Introductory
115American Horse
56Chapter I Origin of the Apache Indians
116Dull Knife
57Chapter II Subdivisions of the Apache Tribe
117Roman Nose
58Chapter III Early Life
118Chief Joseph
59Chapter IV Tribal Amusements, Manners, and Customs
119Little Wolf
60Chapter V The Family
120Hole-in-the-Day1