The Black Hills: Or The Last Hunting Ground Of The Dakotas V1 (1899)

By Annie D. Tallent

Book Overview

The Black Hills: Or The Last Hunting Ground Of The Dakotas V1 is a historical book written by Annie D. Tallent and published in 1899. The book provides a detailed account of the Black Hills region in South Dakota, which was once the hunting ground of the Dakotas, a Native American tribe. The author describes the natural beauty of the region, the wildlife that the Dakotas hunted, and the spiritual significance of the area to the tribe.The book also delves into the history of the region, including the discovery of gold in the late 19th century, which led to the displacement of the Dakotas and the influx of white settlers. The author provides a balanced perspective on the conflict between the two groups, highlighting the injustices suffered by the Dakotas while also acknowledging the difficulties faced by the settlers in establishing their new homes.Overall, The Black Hills: Or The Last Hunting Ground Of The Dakotas V1 is a fascinating and informative read for anyone interested in the history of the American West, Native American culture, and the impact of westward expansion on indigenous peoples.A Complete History Of The Black Hills Of Dakota From Their First Invasion In 1874 To The Present Time, Comprising A Comprehensive Account Of How They Lost Them; Of Numerous Adventures Of The Early Settlers; Their Heroic Struggles For Supremacy Against The Hostile Dakota Tribes, And Their Final Victory; The Opening Of The Country To White Settlement, And Its Subsequent Development.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.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1164944053
• ISBN13: 9781164944058
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 452 Pages
• Weight: 1.70 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.9" x 7.5" x 9.3"