Mary And I Forty Years With The Sioux (1880)

Mary And I: Forty Years With The Sioux is a memoir written by Stephen R. Riggs, originally published in 1880. The book chronicles Riggs' experiences living among the Sioux Native American tribe for forty years, starting in the mid-19th century. Riggs was a Christian missionary who learned the Sioux language and culture, and his memoir provides a unique perspective on the interactions between Native Americans and white settlers during this time period. The book is divided into chapters that cover different aspects of Riggs' life with the Sioux, including his early years as a missionary, his relationships with Sioux leaders, and his observations on Sioux customs and traditions. Riggs also describes significant events in Sioux history, such as the Dakota War of 1862 and the forced relocation of the Sioux to reservations. Throughout the book, Riggs emphasizes the importance of respecting and understanding Native American culture, and his writing reflects a deep admiration and affection for the Sioux people. Mary And I: Forty Years With The Sioux provides a valuable historical account of a pivotal time in American history, as well as a personal and heartfelt tribute to the Sioux people and their way of life.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.