Two Summers Among the Musquakies, Relating to the Early History of the Sac and Fox Tribe (Classic Reprint) - Couverture souple

Allie B. Busby

Couverture souple

ISBN 10 : 1331487919 ISBN 13 : 9781331487913

Editeur : Forgotten Books, 2018

Synopsis

Step into a vivid, firsthand look at the Musquakies and their world—history, ceremony, and daily life unfold with clear eye and care.

This book blends memoir with ethnographic detail, offering a window into traditions, beliefs, and struggles from a readable, grounded perspective. It traces years of observation and reflection, from funeral rites and ancestor stories to the social changes shaping the community. You’ll encounter depictions of language, schooling, leadership, and the pressures of law, policy, and everyday life on the edge of a changing America. The author weaves personal travel, historical context, and respectful inquiry into a narrative that informs as it moves.

• Close-up descriptions of burial customs, prayers, and offerings among the Musquakies.
• Insights into ceremonies, orations, and the roles of chiefs, councils, and educators.
• Accounts of early American policy, reform efforts, and notable figures who shaped Indian affairs.
• A blend of personal voice, historical reference, and reflections on identity, memory, and justice.

Ideal for readers seeking a grounded, non-fiction look at Native American life, history, and the people behind the stories.

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Détails de l'édition

• Éditeur: Forgotten Books
• Date d'édition: 2018
• Langue: anglais
• ISBN 10: 1331487919
• ISBN 13: 9781331487913
• Reliure: Broché
• Nombre de pages: 246
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