Satanta: The Great Chief Of The Kiowas And His People (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781163191767)

""Satanta: The Great Chief of the Kiowas and His People"" is a historical book written by Clarence Wharton. The book tells the story of Satanta, a prominent leader of the Kiowa tribe in the mid-19th century. Satanta was known for his fierce resistance against the encroachment of white settlers on Kiowa land, and his efforts to maintain the traditional way of life of his people.The book provides a detailed account of Satanta's life, from his early years as a warrior to his rise to power as a chief. It also explores the struggles and challenges faced by the Kiowa people during this time, including their battles with other Native American tribes and the United States government.Through extensive research and firsthand accounts, Wharton paints a vivid picture of the Kiowa way of life, their customs, beliefs, and traditions. He also delves into the complex relationships between the Kiowa and other tribes, as well as their interactions with white settlers and the U.S. military.Overall, ""Satanta: The Great Chief of the Kiowas and His People"" is a compelling and informative read for anyone interested in Native American history, particularly the struggles and triumphs of the Kiowa people during a pivotal period in American history.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: Clarence Wharton
ISBN-10: 1163191760
ISBN-13: 9781163191767
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 09/10/2010
Pages: 260
Format: Paperback
Weight: 0.78lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.55d