The Life And Adventures Of A Quaker Among The Indians (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781428620155)

""The Life and Adventures of a Quaker Among the Indians"" is a memoir written by Thomas C. Battey. The book tells the story of Battey's experiences living among Native American tribes in the mid-19th century. As a Quaker, Battey was committed to peaceful coexistence with the indigenous peoples of the American West. He describes his interactions with various tribes, including the Sioux, Cheyenne, and Arapaho. Battey also provides insight into the daily lives and customs of these tribes, as well as their struggles against the encroachment of white settlers. The book offers a unique perspective on the history of the American West, as well as the role of Quakerism in promoting peace and understanding between different cultures.Battey Was A Teacher In A Kiowa School, Employed By The Bureau Of Indian Affairs During The Time Of The 1874 Indian War.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: Thomas C. Battey
ISBN-10: 142862015X
ISBN-13: 9781428620155
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 05/26/2006
Pages: 360
Format: Paperback
Weight: 1.16lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.80d