Indian Sketches: Taken During A U. S. Expedition To Make Treaties With The Pawnee And Other Tribes Of Indians In 1833

By John Treat Irving Jr.

Book Overview

Indian Sketches is a book written by John Treat Irving, which provides a detailed account of the United States Expedition to make treaties with the Pawnee and other tribes of Indians in 1833. The book is a collection of sketches and illustrations that depict the life, culture, and traditions of the Native American tribes that the expedition encountered during their journey. The book is divided into several chapters, each of which focuses on a specific aspect of the expedition. The first chapter provides an introduction to the expedition and its purpose, while the subsequent chapters delve into the different tribes that the expedition encountered, including the Pawnee, Otoe, and Missouri tribes. Throughout the book, Irving provides vivid descriptions of the landscape, flora, and fauna of the regions that the expedition traveled through. He also describes the social and cultural practices of the Native American tribes, including their religious beliefs, customs, and ceremonies. The book is richly illustrated with sketches and drawings by Irving himself, which provide a visual representation of the people, places, and events described in the text. The illustrations include portraits of Native American leaders, depictions of their villages and dwellings, and scenes of daily life and ceremonial events. Overall, Indian Sketches is an important historical document that provides a fascinating glimpse into the world of the Native American tribes of the early 19th century. It is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history and culture of the United States and its indigenous peoples.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.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1428634843
• ISBN13: 9781428634848
• Release Date: July 2006
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 380 Pages
• Weight: 1.22 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.8" x 6.0" x 9.0"