In "The Indians of the Pike's Peak Region," Irving Howbert offers a meticulously researched exploration of the indigenous tribes who inhabited the iconic Rocky Mountain area, specifically focusing on the cultural and historical dimensions of their lives before and during European settlement. Howbert's prose is both clear and evocative, grounding his narrative in a rich tapestry of ethnographic detail and poignant anecdotes. The book serves not only as an historical account but also as a cr...

"The Indians of the Pike's Peak Region" by Irving Howbert is a comprehensive exploration of the Native American tribes that inhabited the area around Pike's Peak. Howbert, drawing from his extensive research and personal experiences, provides a detailed account of the cultural practices, social structures, and historical significance of these tribes. The book serves as a vital resource for understanding the rich heritage and the challenges faced by the indigenous peoples in the context of ...

Indian Heroes and Great Chieftains presents biographies of 15 great Native American Chiefs, including Crazy Horse, Siting Bull and Red Cloud. Most of the Chiefs presented were Sioux, and some of them were Eastman's friends such as Rain-In-The-Face. Contents: Red Cloud Spotted Tail Little Crow Tamahay Gall Crazy Horse Sitting Bull Rain-In-The-Face Two Strike American Horse Dull Knife Roman Nose Chief Joseph Little Wolf Hole-In-The-Day

Native Americans make up less than one per cent of the total US population but represent half the nation's languages and cultures. Here, in one grand sweep, is the full story of Native American society, culture and religion. Here is everything from the land-based spirituality of their early creation myths and the late rise of Indian Pride, to the 88 uses to which the Sioux put the flesh and bones of the buffalo and the practice of berdache (men adopted as women).The book offers a c...

William W. Warren's History of the Ojibway People has long been recognized as a classic source on Ojibwe history and culture. Warren, the son of an Ojibwe woman, wrote his history in the hope of saving traditional stories for posterity even as he presented to the American public a sympathetic view of a people he believed were fast disappearing under the onslaught of a corrupt frontier population. He collected firsthand descriptions and stories from relatives, tribal leaders, and acquaintan...

In these days, when the experience of living right up against nature are fast becoming a thing of the past, the story is of special interest. The mountaineers as a class were unique. Life itself had little value in their estimation. They were adventurous and fearless men, who pushed the boundaries of what it meant to be alive and thought nothing of laying down their lives in the service of a friend. Theirs was a brotherhood in which one man’s life was entirely at the service of any of its ...

In "Lewis and Clark," William R. Lighton expertly navigates the historic expedition of the famed duo, offering readers an intricate blend of meticulous research and narrative flair. Through a combination of vivid descriptions, detailed accounts of challenges faced, and insights into the explorers' motivations, Lighton captures the essence of early 19th-century America. His literary style balances historical accuracy with engaging storytelling, inviting readers into the trials and triumphs ...

An Eastern Correspondent spends the summer on duty with Hancock's 1867 Indian Expedition, following Hancock and Custer as they attempt to make peace with the warring Indians on the plains. Good examples of real life in the Indian Wars.

"The Plains Indian Wars: Indian War of 1864, War-Path & Bivouac, Ab-Sa-Ra-Ka, & Northwest Indian Fights & Fighters" (4 Volumes In 1) by Eugene Ware, John Finerty, Henry Carrington, and Cyrus Brady is an inside, eyewitness look at the Indian Wars that raged on the Plains from 1865-80. The 4 books show these bloody struggles from point of view of both the white man & Indian culture & tradition.Book I, "The Indian War of 1864" by Eugene F. Ware is his account of duty...

My Life on the Plains is an autobiographical first-hand account of the Indian Wars of 1867-1869, detailing the winter campaign of 1868 in which Custer led the 7th US cavalry against the Cheyenne indians. The book is a historical document of the perspectives and attitudes of it's age and author as well as an account of army life during the expeditions of the Indian Wars. Expect a fair amount of masculine bravado, historical fact-bending and quite a few stomach-turning descriptions of violen...

A History of the Great Massacre by the Sioux Indians in Minnesota was published in 1864, two years after an attack in August 1862.

In "Eleven Years in the Rocky Mountains and Life on the Frontier," Frances Fuller Victor offers a captivating and nuanced account of life in the American West during the mid-19th century. Written in an engaging narrative style, the book reflects the depth of her experiences, blending personal anecdotes with vivid descriptions of the rugged landscape and diverse communities she encountered. Victor's work not only serves as a compelling memoir but also contributes to the larger context of fr...