Firewater and Forked Tongues: A Sioux Chief Interprets U.S. History (Hardcover) (ISBN-13: 9781436710626)

Firewater and Forked Tongues is a book written by M.I. McCreight that explores the history of the United States from the perspective of a Sioux Chief. The book provides a unique perspective on the events that shaped the country, including the American Revolution, the Civil War, and the Indian Wars. The Sioux Chief's viewpoint is presented through a series of interviews with McCreight, allowing readers to gain insight into the Native American experience and how it was impacted by the actions of the U.S. government. The book also delves into the role of alcohol in Native American communities and how it was used as a tool of oppression by the U.S. government. Overall, Firewater and Forked Tongues offers a thought-provoking and insightful look at U.S. history through the eyes of a marginalized community.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: M. I. McCreight
ISBN-10: 1436710626
ISBN-13: 9781436710626
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 06/13/2008
Pages: 216
Format: Hardcover
Weight: 1.08lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.63d