Stories About Indians by Anonymous
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"Stories About Indians" by Anonymous is a collection of narratives written in the mid-19th century. The book presents a series of anecdotes and stories that showcase the lives, character, and cultural practices of Native Americans, highlighting their bravery, gratitude, shrewdness, and integrity. It serves to depict a more nuanced view of Indigenous peoples during a time marked by conflict and misunderstanding. The stories within this collection feature various characters from different tribes,
illustrating their daily lives, interactions with European settlers, and moral lessons. One tale recounts the valor of a Pawnee brave who saves a captive woman from being tortured, while another highlights an Indian's observation skills in tracking down a thief. Other anecdotes depict themes of gratitude, politeness, and personal integrity, such as an Indian's heartfelt gratitude for a small gift or the refusal of an Indian to exchange horses based on honesty. Ultimately, "Stories About Indians" aims to provide both entertainment and insight into the rich tapestry of Native American life and values during an era of significant cultural upheaval. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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About this eBook
| Author | Anonymous |
|---|---|
| Title | Stories About Indians |
| Credits |
Produced by Anne Storer and The Online Distributed Proofreading Team at www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive/American Libraries.) |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 67.7 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PZ: Language and Literatures: Juvenile belles lettres |
| Subject | Indians of North America -- Juvenile literature |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 23570 |
| ISBN (HTML) | 979-8-238-23570-7 |
| Release Date | Nov 20, 2007 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 168 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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