The Life and Adventures of James P. Beckwourth
Beckwourth, James P.**Born into slavery in 1798, James P. Beckwourth would go on to become one of the most remarkable mountain men to have ever lived.
He would never turn back.
What is particularly fascinating about Beckwourth’s book is his insight into the culture of the Native Americans, as for many years, this son of a slave and a slave owner, lived with the Crow Nation, trapping, hunting, marrying two of their women and raiding alongside them. It is even stated that he rose to the position of Chief of the Crow Nation.
"This is a book of great importance to an understanding of the mountains, plains, and Great Basin West." California Historical Quarterly
"It remains what it always has been since its first appearance in 1856—a rousing adventure story in which Jim Beckwourth plays the leading role." San Francisco Chronicle
James Beckwourth was the only African American in the West to have his life story published. He was credited with the discovery of Beckwourth Pass which aided pioneers in reaching their destination in the West. He died in 1866.
سال:
1902
ناشر کتب:
Maple Books Publishing
زبان:
english
فائل:
EPUB, 422 KB
IPFS:
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english, 1902