Life Among The Choctaw Indians And Sketches Of The Southwest (1860) (Hardcover) (ISBN-13: 9781165567287)

Life Among The Choctaw Indians And Sketches Of The Southwest is a book written by Henry Clark Benson in 1860. The book is a memoir of Benson's experiences living among the Choctaw Indians in the mid-19th century. Benson, who was a Baptist missionary, spent several years living among the Choctaw people in what is now Oklahoma. The book provides a detailed account of his daily life, including his interactions with the Choctaw people, their customs and traditions, and their way of life.In addition to his experiences with the Choctaw, Benson also provides sketches of other parts of the Southwest, including Texas, Arkansas, and Louisiana. The book is divided into chapters, each of which focuses on a different aspect of life among the Choctaw or the Southwest more broadly. Topics covered include the Choctaw language, religion, and social structure, as well as the geography, flora, and fauna of the region.Life Among The Choctaw Indians And Sketches Of The Southwest is an important historical document that provides valuable insights into the lives of Native Americans in the mid-19th century. It is also a fascinating account of one man's experiences living among a people and in a place that were very different from his own. The book is written in a clear and engaging style, making it accessible to readers of all backgrounds and ages.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: Henry Clark Benson
ISBN-10: 1165567288
ISBN-13: 9781165567287
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 09/10/2010
Pages: 318
Format: Hardcover
Weight: 1.40lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.88d