A Narrative of the Captivity and Adventures of John Tanner is a book written by John Tanner himself. The book is a memoir that narrates the life of John Tanner, who was born in 1780 in Virginia and was captured by the Shawnee Indians at the age of nine. The book describes his life as a captive of the Shawnee for 30 years, during which he was adopted by the tribe and learned their language and customs. Tanner's story is a unique account of a white man who lived as a Native American, experiencing both the joys and hardships of their way of life. He was eventually able to escape and return to white society, but found it difficult to adjust and eventually returned to live among the Ojibwe tribe in the Great Lakes region. The book provides a detailed account of Tanner's experiences, including his time as a fur trader, his interactions with other tribes, and his personal relationships. It also gives insight into the cultural differences between Native American and white society during the early 19th century. Overall, A Narrative of the Captivity and Adventures of John Tanner is an important historical document that offers a unique perspective on the experiences of Native Americans and the challenges faced by those who were caught between two worlds.This Is A New Release Of The Original 1830 Edition. U. S. Interpreter At The Saut De Ste. Marie During Thirty Years Residence Among The Indians In The Interior Of North America.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.
This Is A New Release Of The Original 1830 Edition. U. S. Interpreter At The Saut De Ste. Marie During Thirty Years Residence Among The Indians In The Interior Of North America.
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