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About this eBook
| Dubious author | Blake, John Lauris, 1788-1857 |
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| Dubious author | Blake, Alexander Vietts, 1818-1881 |
| LoC No. | 02014415 |
| Title | Anecdotes of the American Indians, illustrating their eccentricities of character |
| Note | Later published under title: The boys' book of Indian battles and adventures, #69769. |
| Note | Attributed to John Lauris Blake and also to Alexander V. Blake but evidently by neither. |
| Note | Reading ease score: 60.8 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read. |
| Credits |
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| Summary | "Anecdotes of the American Indians, illustrating their eccentricities of character" by an unnamed author is a collection of historical anecdotes written in the mid-19th century. This work explores various facets of Native American life and character through illustrative tales that showcase their virtues, challenges, and interactions with white settlers. The book aims to provide readers with insights into the complexity of Indigenous societies and their significance within the broader scope of American history. The opening of the collection introduces the author's intent to assemble numerous anecdotes that reflect the characteristics and experiences of North American Indians. The preface discusses the lack of a comprehensive portrayal of Indigenous peoples, emphasizing the book's goal to present their various traits through poignant stories. The initial anecdotes highlight themes such as honesty, honor, eloquence, and coquetry in Indian culture, depicting both individual stories of moral integrity and heroic acts. For instance, a tale about an Indian returning found money illustrates their value of honesty, while another recounts a chief's unwavering commitment to honor even in the face of death. Overall, these anecdotes set the stage for a deeper understanding of Indian character and cultural richness throughout the collection. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | E011: History: America: America |
| Subject | Indians of North America -- Anecdotes |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 54967 |
| Release Date | Jun 23, 2017 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
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