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Williams, George Alfred
1875
1932
12000986
The Boy's Book of Indians and the Wild West
Illustrated by the author.
Juliet Sutherland, David E. Brown, and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net
"The Boy's Book of Indians and the Wild West" by George Alfred Williams is a historical account written in the early 20th century. This illustrated book aims to provide young readers with a captivating overview of Native American tribes and the romanticized imagery of the American West during the westward expansion. It envelops themes of adventure, conflict, and the cultural characteristics of Native American life and cowboy lore. The book explores various aspects of the lives and experiences of Native Americans, particularly focusing on their skills in hunting, warfare, and survival within the harsh landscapes of North America. It presents stories of legendary tribes such as the Iroquois, Mohawks, Crows, and Blackfeet, and shares tales of bravery, strategy, and cultural practices. Additionally, it recounts the bothersome encroachment of white settlers into Native lands, often leading to violent conflicts and a struggle for survival. The narrative intertwines facts with mythical storytelling, illustrating how the Indian way of life was intricately connected to the vast and untamed wilderness, while also chronicling the challenges faced by both settlers and Native Americans during this tumultuous period in American history. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Reading ease score: 65.5 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
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Indians of North America
West (U.S.) -- History
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Category: Children & Young Adult Reading
Category: Adventure
Category: Mythology, Legends & Folklore
Category: History - American
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