Five Years a Captive Among the Blackfeet Indians: Or a Thrilling Narrative of the Adventures, Perils

""Five Years A Captive Among The Blackfeet Indians"" is a gripping account of the experiences of John Dixon and his companions during their captivity among the Blackfeet Indians in the mid-19th century. Written by Sylvester Crakes and first published in 1858, the book chronicles the hardships and dangers Dixon and his fellow captives faced during their five-year ordeal.The narrative begins with Dixon's capture by the Blackfeet tribe in 1849. He is joined by several other captives, including a French-Canadian trapper and a young boy. The book details their struggles to survive in the harsh wilderness of the American West, as well as their interactions with the Blackfeet tribe and other native peoples.Throughout the book, Dixon and his companions face numerous challenges, including harsh weather conditions, dangerous wildlife, and hostile encounters with other tribes. They also endure physical and emotional abuse at the hands of their captors, including forced labor and torture.Despite these trials, Dixon and his companions remain determined to escape and return to their homes. With the help of sympathetic native peoples and a daring plan, they eventually succeed in their quest for freedom.""Five Years A Captive Among The Blackfeet Indians"" is a thrilling and thought-provoking account of one man's journey through captivity and survival. It offers a unique perspective on the history of the American West and the complex relationships between native peoples and European settlers.Among The Savages Of The Northwest Territory Of North America.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.