This edition had all images removed.
Title: Stories About Indians
Note: Reading ease score: 72.8 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
Credits:
Produced by Larry B. Harrison and the Online Distributed
Proofreading Team at http:
//www.pgdp.net
(This file was
produced from images generously made available by The
Internet Archive/American Libraries.)
Summary: "Stories About Indians" by Rufus Merrill is a collection of anecdotes and character sketches written in the mid-19th century. This book serves as a glimpse into the lives, customs, and stories of Native Americans, reflecting the author's perspective during a time when Indigenous peoples were often romanticized or misunderstood in American culture. The content is intended for a juvenile audience, making it both educational and entertaining. The book features a series of engaging stories that highlight the valiant spirit, distinct customs, and moral lessons derived from the lives of various Indian tribes. Each anecdote often centers on themes such as bravery, gratitude, shrewdness, and integrity, showcasing both the nobility and complexity of Native characters. For instance, the tales include heroic acts like the rescue of a captive, poignant insights into Indian manners and societal norms, and the deep emotional connections individuals have with their families and communities. Through these narratives, Merrill provides readers with an understanding of both the cultural richness and the challenges faced by Native Americans. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Author: Merrill, Rufus, 1803-1891
EBook No.: 33142
Published: Jul 12, 2010
Downloads: 45
Language: English
Subject: Indians of North America -- Juvenile literature
LoCC: Language and Literatures: Juvenile belles lettres
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.
This edition has images.
Title: Stories About Indians
Note: Reading ease score: 72.8 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
Credits:
Produced by Larry B. Harrison and the Online Distributed
Proofreading Team at http:
//www.pgdp.net
(This file was
produced from images generously made available by The
Internet Archive/American Libraries.)
Summary: "Stories About Indians" by Rufus Merrill is a collection of anecdotes and character sketches written in the mid-19th century. This book serves as a glimpse into the lives, customs, and stories of Native Americans, reflecting the author's perspective during a time when Indigenous peoples were often romanticized or misunderstood in American culture. The content is intended for a juvenile audience, making it both educational and entertaining. The book features a series of engaging stories that highlight the valiant spirit, distinct customs, and moral lessons derived from the lives of various Indian tribes. Each anecdote often centers on themes such as bravery, gratitude, shrewdness, and integrity, showcasing both the nobility and complexity of Native characters. For instance, the tales include heroic acts like the rescue of a captive, poignant insights into Indian manners and societal norms, and the deep emotional connections individuals have with their families and communities. Through these narratives, Merrill provides readers with an understanding of both the cultural richness and the challenges faced by Native Americans. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Author: Merrill, Rufus, 1803-1891
EBook No.: 33142
Published: Jul 12, 2010
Downloads: 45
Language: English
Subject: Indians of North America -- Juvenile literature
LoCC: Language and Literatures: Juvenile belles lettres
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.