Description

Tragedies of the Wilderness: Or True and Authentic Narratives of Captives is a book written by Samuel Gardner Drake and published in 1844. The book is a collection of true stories of people who were captured and held captive by Native American tribes during the colonial period of the United States. The book contains thirteen stories, each detailing the experiences of a different captive. The stories cover a wide range of experiences, from the brutal treatment of Mary Rowlandson to the relatively peaceful captivity of John Williams. Drake's book is significant for its historical accuracy and attention to detail. He consulted primary sources such as diaries and letters written by the captives themselves to ensure that the stories were as accurate as possible. Tragedies of the Wilderness provides a unique perspective on the early history of the United States, shedding light on the interactions between Native Americans and European settlers. The book is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of the United States, particularly the colonial period.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.