Publisher's Synopsis
""From The Deep Woods To Civilization: Chapters In The Autobiography Of An Indian"" is a memoir written by Charles Alexander Eastman, a Native American who was born in the mid-19th century and grew up in the traditional lifestyle of his people, the Santee Sioux. The book details Eastman's experiences as he navigates the complex and often fraught relationship between his Native American heritage and the dominant white culture of the United States.Throughout the book, Eastman recounts his childhood in the deep woods of Minnesota, where he learned the skills necessary for survival in the wilderness and was steeped in the traditions and beliefs of his people. He then goes on to describe his experiences in the white man's world, including his education at Dartmouth College and his work as a physician on reservations in the western United States.Eastman also reflects on the broader historical context of Native American life during this time period, including the impact of westward expansion, the Indian Wars, and the forced assimilation policies of the U.S. government. He offers a unique perspective on these events, providing insight into the ways in which they affected his own life and the lives of his people.Overall, ""From The Deep Woods To Civilization"" is a powerful and thought-provoking memoir that offers a rare glimpse into the experiences of a Native American during a tumultuous and transformative period in American history.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.
