An Indian Odyssey: The Story Of Chief Washakie, The Upright Aborigine (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781163139240)

An Indian Odyssey: The Story Of Chief Washakie, The Upright Aborigine is a book written by Marshall C. Keith. It is a biographical account of the life of Chief Washakie, who was a prominent Native American leader of the Shoshone tribe in the 19th century. The book provides a detailed and comprehensive overview of Washakie's life, from his early years as a warrior to his later years as a diplomat and peacemaker.The author presents a vivid portrait of Washakie's character, highlighting his courage, intelligence, and leadership skills. Keith also explores the complex relationships between Washakie and the various white settlers and government officials with whom he interacted, including the famous frontiersman Jim Bridger and the explorer John C. Fremont.Throughout the book, Keith draws on a wide range of primary and secondary sources to provide a rich and nuanced account of Washakie's life and times. He also offers insights into the broader historical and cultural context of the American West during the 19th century.Overall, An Indian Odyssey: The Story Of Chief Washakie, The Upright Aborigine is a compelling and informative read that sheds new light on the life and legacy of one of the most important Native American leaders of the 19th century.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.

Author: Marshall C. Keith
ISBN-10: 1163139246
ISBN-13: 9781163139240
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 09/10/2010
Pages: 224
Format: Paperback
Weight: 0.67lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.47d