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

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ISBN 13:
9781416591054
author:
Gwynne, S. C.
format:
HardBack
publisher:
Scribner Book Company
language:
English
Publication Year:
2010
Pages:
384
Dimensions:
23.6 x 16.3 x 3 cm
Genre:
Ethnic Studies - Native American Studies - Tribes
Condition:
New
Availability:
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£22.91

Description

The Comanches, the most powerful Indian tribe in American history, were a force to be reckoned with in the 19th century. Their legendary fighting ability and skill with horses made them a formidable opponent for the expanding American nation. This epic story spans two astonishing narratives, tracing the rise and fall of the Comanches and the remarkable saga of their mixed-blood son Quanah, who became the last and greatest chief of the Comanches. The Comanches' impact on the American West was significant, forcing the creation of the Texas Rangers and the development of new weapons to counter their skill with the six-gun. Their war with the Comanches lasted for four decades, effectively holding up the development of the new American nation. S. C. Gwynne's detailed account sheds light on this pivotal period in American history, revealing the complexities and nuances of the Comanches' culture and their place in the nation's expansion. Through Quanah's story, Gwynne also explores the tragic consequences of the Comanches' struggles with the encroaching American West. This is a gripping and thought-provoking historical account that offers a fresh perspective on a pivotal period in American history.

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