George E. Hyde Book order

The narrative is based on the correspondence between George Bent and George E. Hyde, detailing Bent's life at Bent's Fort and his experiences with the Cheyenne people. Through their letters, Bent reflects on his heritage, the cultural exchanges, and the tumultuous events that led to the military suppression of Native Americans on the southern Great Plains. This personal account provides a unique perspective on a pivotal period in American history, showcasing Bent's insights until his death in 1918.

Appreciating the rich diversity of bird life on our island is about more than just looking out of the window. This beautiful book of birds, first published in 1962, is a wonderful resource for any amateur ornithologist of the present - or the past.

Volume 128 in The Civilization of the American Indian Series explores the rich cultural heritage and historical experiences of Native American tribes. It delves into their traditions, societal structures, and interactions with European settlers. This volume provides a comprehensive examination of the complexities of indigenous life, highlighting both the struggles and resilience of these communities. Through detailed accounts and analyses, it aims to enhance understanding of the profound impact of colonization on Native American societies.

The westward drive of the warlike Sioux Indians along a thousand miles of prairie and woodland, from the upper reaches of the Mississippi to the lower Powder River in Montana, is one of the epic migrations of history. From about 1660 to the first quarter of the nineteenth century, the Teton Sioux swept away all Arikaras, Ponkas, Crees, Crows, Cheyennes--all fell away and dispersed as the Sioux advanced, until the invaders ranged over a vast territory in the northwest, hunting buffalo and raiding their neighbors. During the ensuing years of heavy conflict, between 1865 and 1877, Red Cloud of the Oglalas stood out as one of the greatest of the Sioux leaders.