Captives Among The Indians - Horace Kephart - Bog

Captives Among The Indians is a book by Horace Kephart that was first published in 1915. The book is a collection of firsthand narratives of Indian wars, customs, tortures, and habits of life in colonial times. It includes stories from people who were captured by Native American tribes and lived among them for extended periods of time. The book provides a unique perspective on Native American life and culture during the colonial period in America. It covers a variety of tribes and regions, including the Cherokee, Mohawk, and Iroquois. The stories in the book are both fascinating and harrowing, as they describe the often brutal treatment of captives and the difficult conditions of life among the tribes. In addition to the firsthand accounts, the book also includes historical context and analysis from Kephart. He provides background information on the tribes and their interactions with European colonizers, as well as insights into the cultural differences between Native Americans and Europeans. Overall, Captives Among The Indians is a valuable historical document that sheds light on an often-overlooked aspect of American history. It provides a vivid and compelling portrait of Native American life and customs during a critical period in American 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.