Goodbird the Indian

By F N (Frederick N ) Wilson, Edward Goodbird, Gilbert Livingstone Wilson

Experience life on the Great Plains through the eyes of "Goodbird the Indian," a unique and compelling autobiography offering invaluable insights into the Hidatsa people. This meticulously prepared edition presents the story of Edward Goodbird, a member of the Hidatsa tribe, as told to anthropologist Gilbert L. Wilson.

More than just a personal narrative, "Goodbird the Indian: His Story" provides a rich tapestry of Hidatsa social life, customs, and traditions. Explore the daily routines, beliefs, and challenges faced by Indigenous peoples of the Plains. Delve into a world shaped by the land, community, and spiritual connection.

A significant contribution to both Native American history and cultural anthropology, this account offers a firsthand perspective on a way of life that has shaped the American West. Discover the enduring legacy of the Hidatsa through Goodbird's own words, providing a vital link to understanding the history of Indigenous peoples.

This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.

This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.

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• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1023492296
• ISBN13: 9781023492294
• Release Date: March 2025
• Publisher: Anson Street Press
• Length: 60 Pages
• Weight: 0.21 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.1" x 6.1" x 9.2"