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From the intro: "Andrew J. Blackbird, the author of this little book, is an educated Indian, son of the Ottawa Chief. His Indian name is Mack-aw-de-be-nessy (Black Hawk), but he generally goes by the name of "Blackbird," taken from the interpretation of the French "L'Oiseau noir."... Read Full Overview

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 was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you will see the original... Read Full Overview

"This little book, in which the author's personal history is touchingly mingled with the history of his tribe, is indirectly a plea for justice to the Indian." -Atlantic Monthly "The historical value of this little work has already become important." -The Indian's Friend "I have... Read Full Overview

First published in 1887, this historical account and linguistic study of the Native American tribes of Michigan is a valuable resource for scholars and anyone interested in the cultural heritage of the region. Blackbird draws on his own experience as an Indian and his extensive... Read Full Overview

""History of the Ottawa and Chippewa Indians of Michigan: A Grammar of Their Language"" is a comprehensive book written by Andrew J. Blackbird that explores the history, culture, and language of the Ottawa and Chippewa tribes in Michigan. The book delves into the origins of these... Read Full Overview

This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the original. Due to its age, it may contain imperfections such as marks, notations, marginalia and flawed pages. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for... Read Full Overview

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 was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you will see the original... Read Full Overview

This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the original. Due to its age, it may contain imperfections such as marks, notations, marginalia and flawed pages. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for... Read Full Overview