Seven and Nine Years Among the Camanches and Apaches: An Autobiography

Experience a gripping journey into the heart of the American West with "Seven and Nine Years Among the Camanches and Apaches: An Autobiography" by Edwin Eastman. This meticulously prepared print edition brings to life a classic captivity narrative set against the backdrop of the 19th-century American frontier. Delve into the world of the Comanche and Apache Indians through the firsthand account of a life lived among them.

This powerful autobiography offers a unique perspective on Native American history, exploring themes of survival, adaptation, and cultural exchange. Eastman's experiences provide valuable insights into the lives and customs of these often misunderstood peoples. A significant historical document, "Seven and Nine Years Among the Camanches and Apaches" remains a compelling and insightful read for anyone interested in the history of the American West and the complex relationship between settlers and Native Americans. It stands as a testament to the enduring power of the human spirit in the face of extraordinary circumstances.

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Seven and Nine Years Among the Camanches and Apaches: An Autobiography

Experience a gripping journey into the heart of the American West with "Seven and Nine Years Among the Camanches and Apaches: An Autobiography" by Edwin Eastman. This meticulously prepared print edition brings to life a classic captivity narrative set against the backdrop of the 19th-century American frontier. Delve into the world of the Comanche and Apache Indians through the firsthand account of a life lived among them.

This powerful autobiography offers a unique perspective on Native American history, exploring themes of survival, adaptation, and cultural exchange. Eastman's experiences provide valuable insights into the lives and customs of these often misunderstood peoples. A significant historical document, "Seven and Nine Years Among the Camanches and Apaches" remains a compelling and insightful read for anyone interested in the history of the American West and the complex relationship between settlers and Native Americans. It stands as a testament to the enduring power of the human spirit in the face of extraordinary circumstances.

This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.

This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.

Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.

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Seven and Nine Years Among the Camanches and Apaches: An Autobiography

Seven and Nine Years Among the Camanches and Apaches: An Autobiography

Seven and Nine Years Among the Camanches and Apaches: An Autobiography

Seven and Nine Years Among the Camanches and Apaches: An Autobiography

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Experience a gripping journey into the heart of the American West with "Seven and Nine Years Among the Camanches and Apaches: An Autobiography" by Edwin Eastman. This meticulously prepared print edition brings to life a classic captivity narrative set against the backdrop of the 19th-century American frontier. Delve into the world of the Comanche and Apache Indians through the firsthand account of a life lived among them.

This powerful autobiography offers a unique perspective on Native American history, exploring themes of survival, adaptation, and cultural exchange. Eastman's experiences provide valuable insights into the lives and customs of these often misunderstood peoples. A significant historical document, "Seven and Nine Years Among the Camanches and Apaches" remains a compelling and insightful read for anyone interested in the history of the American West and the complex relationship between settlers and Native Americans. It stands as a testament to the enduring power of the human spirit in the face of extraordinary circumstances.

This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.

This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.

Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.

Product Details

ISBN-13: 9781023172035
Publisher: Anson Street Press
Publication date: 03/28/2025
Pages: 178
Product dimensions: 6.14(w) x 9.21(h) x 0.38(d)

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CHAPTER II. THE CAPTURE. -E were now fairly started on our journey, and but for a singular feeling of depression which weighed down my spirits and seemed a presentiment of evil to come, I should have had little doubt of our ability to overtake the train and travel safely with it to our destination. This feeling, however, caused me to become taciturn and apprehensive, Bo much so, that I was frequently rallied upon the subject by my companions. For many days, however, we followed the trail without special incident; the tracks of wagons giving us an easy guide. "We found grass, wood and water in abundance, and traveling light and unimpeded by others, felt confident that we were gaining upon the train and would undoubtedly overtake them shortly. "We crossed several rivers and streams, most of them fordable, but one or two we found wide and deep and were compelled to float our wagon across. "We saw some game, antelopes and deer, and shot a few, forming a welcome addition to our larder; but they- were generally shy and kept out of reach, without wandering too far from the track. For two day' we had been journeying through an entirely different country from that which we had passed. It was almost a barren desert, treeless, without game, and, but little water ; on its hard surface the wagon wheels made scarcely an imprint, and it was with the greatest difficulty that we could take up the trail. The evening of the second day found us still on the road, as we could find no water, without which we could not camp. Before sunset we had noticed a low fringe along the horizon which looked like timber, and knowing there must be water there, determined to push on and reach it, if possible, beforecamping for the night. After a weary march we reached the edge of the desert plain...

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