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Narrative of My Captivity Among the Sioux Indians by Fanny Kelly ➤ Konecky & Konecky, 1990
Narrative of My Captivity Among the Sioux Indians by Fanny Kelly Konecky & Konecky, 1990
Title: Narrative of My Captivity Among the Sioux Indians
Author: Fanny Kelly
Format: Hardcover
Publisher: Konecky & Konecky 1990
ISBN: 9781568522449
Size: 6.25 X 9.25 * 273 pages
Synopsis: From the Jacket: In 1864 the Kelly wagon train, a party of six persons, departed Geneva, Kansas bound for Idaho, "...with high wrought hopes and pleasant anticipations of a romantic and delightful journey across the plains..." Unaware of the rising hostilities between Indians and settlers, the party chose to turn down the offer to join a larger train and instead continued on their way West content in their own company. It was a decision they would regret.
At the end of a "hot and oppressive day" they were confronted by a band of two hundred and fifty Indians, who after making more and more demands upon the company finally turned and began the massacre that would end in the carrying away of Fanny Kelly and her daughter, Mary.
Fanny Kelly's captivity coincided with General Sully's campaign against the Santee Sioux, and although she did not realize it, she was witness to the last days of the free roaming way of life of the Plains Indian. Her account of life with the Sioux is both fascinating and harrowing. She describes, in detail, daily life in an Indian camp and notes customs that differed greatly from her own previous existence. At the same time her own status among the tribe was constantly being reversed from captive drudge to honored guest.
First published in the nineteenth century, the modern reader will find much that is interesting in Narrative of My Captivity Among the Sioux, not least because Fanny Kelly tells her story with the accepted hostility toward the Indian that was common in her day, hostility that has led to stereotyping and misunderstandings that still exist today.
Overall Condition: Good + The book has been read but is in good condition. It has no issues to the cover, including scuff marks, holes or tears. The dust jacket has some wear and is included. The binding has minimal wear. The pages are undamaged with no creasing or tearing, no pencil underlining of text, no highlighting of text, and no writing in the margins. There are no missing pages; see images.
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Title: Narrative of My Captivity Among the Sioux Indians
Author: Fanny Kelly
Format: Hardcover
Publisher: Konecky & Konecky 1990
ISBN: 9781568522449
Size: 6.25 X 9.25 * 273 pages
Synopsis: From the Jacket: In 1864 the Kelly wagon train, a party of six persons, departed Geneva, Kansas bound for Idaho, "...with high wrought hopes and pleasant anticipations of a romantic and delightful journey across the plains..." Unaware of the rising hostilities between Indians and settlers, the party chose to turn down the offer to join a larger train and instead continued on their way West content in their own company. It was a decision they would regret.
At the end of a "hot and oppressive day" they were confronted by a band of two hundred and fifty Indians, who after making more and more demands upon the company finally turned and began the massacre that would end in the carrying away of Fanny Kelly and her daughter, Mary.
Fanny Kelly's captivity coincided with General Sully's campaign against the Santee Sioux, and although she did not realize it, she was witness to the last days of the free roaming way of life of the Plains Indian. Her account of life with the Sioux is both fascinating and harrowing. She describes, in detail, daily life in an Indian camp and notes customs that differed greatly from her own previous existence. At the same time her own status among the tribe was constantly being reversed from captive drudge to honored guest.
First published in the nineteenth century, the modern reader will find much that is interesting in Narrative of My Captivity Among the Sioux, not least because Fanny Kelly tells her story with the accepted hostility toward the Indian that was common in her day, hostility that has led to stereotyping and misunderstandings that still exist today.
Overall Condition: Good + The book has been read but is in good condition. It has no issues to the cover, including scuff marks, holes or tears. The dust jacket has some wear and is included. The binding has minimal wear. The pages are undamaged with no creasing or tearing, no pencil underlining of text, no highlighting of text, and no writing in the margins. There are no missing pages; see images.
Secure shipping bubble-wrapped in a new box.
2026--U.S. shipping for this (Two Pounds Media Mail) is $5.22 with tracking.
Multiple items will be combined for the lowest shipping price.
International Shipping cost is based on the destination so inquire before buying. Mobile users must scroll to the bottom and click on 'use desktop site' to bring up the Ask a Question link which sends me an email.
(PLEASE CONTACT ME BEFORE MAKING ANY PAYMENT FROM OUTSIDE THE U.S.)
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Just about all the books are USED books. Some have been used more gently than others. Some have been in libraries and have typical library extras. Some are so old and/or interesting that they are being offered for the sake of preservation regardless of the condition they are in. If the condition of the book is very important to you, please feel free to click the 'Ask seller a question' link and I will tell you more.
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