Publisher's Synopsis
Osceola: Chief of the Seminoles is a historical non-fiction book written by H.R. Gordon and first published in 1898. The book tells the story of Osceola, a prominent leader of the Seminole tribe who fought against the United States government in the early 19th century. The author recounts Osceola's life and leadership, from his early days as a warrior to his eventual capture and death in prison. The book also provides a detailed account of the Seminole Wars, highlighting the tribe's resistance to forced removal from their lands in Florida. Gordon's narrative is based on extensive research and interviews with Seminole leaders and other eyewitnesses. The book is considered a classic work on Native American history and provides valuable insights into the struggles and triumphs of the Seminole people.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.