Nine Years Among the Indians: (Expanded, Annotated)

By Herman Lehmann

Book Overview

Captured. Fought. Hunted. Lived. Experience the gripping true story of Herman Lehmann, a white boy who became an Apache warrior.

In 1870, a frontier family's worst nightmare became Herman Lehmann's extraordinary reality. Kidnapped as a boy by fierce Apache raiders, he was thrust into a world few whites ever witnessed - let alone survived. This isn't just a captivity narrative; it's a testament to human adaptability, a deep dive into the heart of a culture, and a thrilling adventure that rivals the greatest Westerns.

For nine incredible years, Lehmann lived as an Indian. He hunted buffalo across the vast plains, rode into battle, scalped enemies, and embraced the Apache and Comanche way of life with a fervor that made him a warrior in every sense. He learned their languages, revered their customs, and found a home among the people he was once taught to fear.

This expanded and annotated edition brings Herman Lehmann's unparalleled journey to life like never before. From the adrenaline-pumping raids to the quiet moments of tribal life, you'll gain an intimate perspective on:

The raw realities of frontier life: The constant danger, the clash of cultures, and the surprising bonds forged in hardship.

A rare, first-hand account of Apache and Comanche traditions: Understand their hunting techniques, spiritual beliefs, and warrior ethos from an insider's view.

The power of belonging: Witness Lehmann's profound connection to his adopted family and his internal struggle when famed Comanche Chief Quanah Parker gently persuaded him to return to the white world.

The challenges of "coming home" Explore the deeply human struggle of readjusting to a world that no longer felt like his own.

Herman Lehmann's story is a vital piece of American history, offering a unique dual perspective on a pivotal era in the American West. Perfect for readers fascinated by Native American history, frontier life, true adventure, and compelling personal narratives.

Don't just read history. Live it. Discover the legend of Herman Lehmann today.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1519035918
• ISBN13: 9781519035912
• Release Date: October 2016
• Publisher: Independently Published
• Length: 148 Pages
• Weight: 0.50 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.3" x 6.0" x 9.0"

Customer Reviews

Herman Lehmann

as a young boy (about 16 years old) a older friend recommended this book to me. after 21 years later I did not remember much about this book when I read it at age 16. after rereading this book again, this book is a must have. Herman Lehmann story is one of the few greatest told true life stories.

Right On

Herman Lehmann was a name mentioned a few times within my family as a boy growing up. Others were Korn, Fisher, etc. I was born in Texas. My Mother was Choctaw, born 1902, my father,1895, a descendent from hard core Texans that fought with Sam Houston. My Mother's people were moved from Mississippi to Oklahome where some reside today. I have read many stories concerning the lives of various tribes but I think Herman hits the nail on the head when it comes to the Apachie and Comanchie, however he does not speak for them all.In the seventies,I lived as a missionary among the Navaho and others. I found that each tribe place their values of life somewhat different. Herman's life is interesting and educational. Several college professors have used his documented eventful life as source. A good book, buy it!

Where The Arrowhead In Your Garden Came From

The older farmers of my childhood remembered the last Indians from a time before plows and pavement. Ours was an Indian land not long ago. This man's sharp memories, though not for the squeamish, are a window on that world before and while it was snatched from them. This is a fascinating book - a fast, enjoyable read.

Riveting, passionate, humorous, violent--a great read!

In events strikingly similar but less well-chronicled to those taking place on the Northern Plains, the 1870's witnessed the demise of the Southern Plains Indians--Apaches, Lipans, Commanches. Enter this young Henry Lehmann, an eleven-year old white taken from his frontier family by an Apache raiding party. Over the next ten years he matures from captive slave to fully "Indianized" warrior, only to ultimately (and reluctantly) reunite with his family. This amazing firsthand account details Indian life as it reached a violent climax with encroaching white settlement. A real page-turner and a must read for those interested in Plains Indians and Texas frontier history.