Gwynne, S. C.
Empire of the Summer Moon: Quanah Parker and the Rise and Fall of the Comanches, the Most Powerful Indian Tribe in American History
- ISBN 13:
- 9781416591061
- author:
- Gwynne, S. C.
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Scribner Book Company
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2011
- Pages:
- 371
- Dimensions:
- 20.8 x 14 x 2.8 cm
- Genre:
- History: American
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 5 working days
Description
The Comanche Indians and white settlers clashed for control of the American West in a 40-year battle, a conflict that centered on Quanah, the greatest Comanche chief of them all. S. C. Gwynne presents a vivid historical account of this period, drawing on the life of Quanah to explore the complex and often violent history of the region. Gwynne's narrative weaves together the stories of the Comanche and the white settlers, revealing the intricate web of relationships and rivalries that defined the era. Through Quanah's story, Gwynne sheds light on the Comanche's struggles to preserve their way of life in the face of encroaching settlement and the devastating consequences that followed. This book offers a compelling and deeply researched exploration of a pivotal moment in American history, one that continues to resonate today.
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