Description: This book delves into the captivating life of John Tanner, a man caught between two worlds. Kidnapped as a young boy from his Kentucky home and raised among the Ojibwe tribe, Tanner's story offers a unique perspective on the clash between Native American and white settler cultures in the early 19th century. The author meticulously traces Tanner's journey, from his harrowing capture and adoption into an Ojibwe family to his struggles to reintegrate into white society years later. Through Tanner's experiences, we witness the complexities of cultural identity, the enduring power of tradition, and the devastating impact of colonialism on indigenous communities. This book explores themes of belonging, revenge, justice, and the meaning of civilization itself. Tanner's internal conflict, torn between the values instilled in him by his Ojibwe family and the expectations of white society, raises profound questions about cultural assimilation and the enduring legacy of displacement. Ultimately, this book sheds light on the often-overlooked consequences of westward expansion and the resilience of the human spirit in the face of adversity. Tanner's story serves as a powerful reminder of the importance of understanding and respecting cultural differences, especially in a nation built upon the displacement of its native inhabitants. Forgotten Books publishes hundreds of thousands of rare and classic books.This book is a reproduction of an important historical work. Forgotten Books uses state-of-the-art technology to digitally reconstruct the work, preserving the original format whilst repairing imperfections present in the aged copy. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in our edition. We do, however, repair the vast majority of imperfections successfully; any imperfections that remain are intentionally left to preserve the state of such historical works. This text has been digitally restored from a historical edition. Some aesthetic errors may persist, however it has been deemed that any such will not detract from the work's significant historical value. The digital edition of all books may be viewed on our website before purchase.
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Original Language: English
Country/Region of Manufacture: America
Narrative Type: Nonfiction
Intended Audience: Adults
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Number of Pages: 430
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Book Title: Narrative of the Captivity and Adventures of John Tanner : Interpreter at the Saut de Ste, During Thirty Years Residence among the Indians in the Interior of North America (Classic Reprint)
Language: English
Publisher: Forgotten Books
Topic: Customs & Traditions
Item Height: 0.9 in
Publication Year: 2016
Illustrator: Yes
Genre: Social Science
Item Weight: 20.4 Oz
Author: John Tanner
Item Length: 9 in
Item Width: 6 in
Format: Trade Paperback
