Publisher's Synopsis
Geronimo's Story Of His Life is an autobiography written by the famous Apache leader, Geronimo. The book is a firsthand account of Geronimo's life and the struggles he faced as a Native American during the late 19th century. Geronimo describes his early life as a warrior and leader of his tribe, and his experiences with the Mexican and American armies who were encroaching on Apache lands. He also provides insight into the spiritual beliefs and customs of his people. The book is a powerful testament to the resilience and courage of the Apache people in the face of oppression and displacement. It is a must-read for anyone interested in Native American history and culture.The Story Of Geromino's Life Told By The Man Himself. S. M. Barrett Prevailed Upon Geronimo To Recount His Life Story Near The End Of The Famous Man's Life, Which He Did On His Own Terms, In His Own Way, And Only Once Each Time That He Began To Speak. What Little Information Geronimo Was Willing To Impart Is Vital And Spell-Binding And Utterly Fascinating. Interspersed Amongst Geronimo's Bits And Snippets Of Incidents In His Life And Descriptions Of Apache Cosmography And Social Structure Is Background Information From The Author And Editor Which Help To Place The Story In The Context Of The White Man's Historical Account Of The Apache Wars.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.
