Margot Mifflin
The Blue Tattoo: The Life of Olive Oatman
- ISBN 13:
- 9780803235175
- author:
- Margot Mifflin
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- University of Nebraska Press
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2011
- Pages:
- 288
- Dimensions:
- 13.21 x 2.03 x 20.83 centimetres
- Genre:
- Biography, Historical, Biography,
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 2 working days
Description
The Blue Tattoo: A Captivating True Story of Survival and Resilience In 1837, Olive Oatman's life was forever changed when her Mormon pioneer family was brutally killed by Yavapai Indians. She was then enslaved, traded to Mohave Indians who tattooed her face, and raised as one of their own. This remarkable true story chronicles Olive's harrowing journey from captivity to freedom, and the incredible ways in which she adapted to her new life. Through her experiences, Olive Oatman's story offers a unique glimpse into the complex and often fraught history of the American Southwest. With remarkable resilience, she navigated the challenges of her new world, forging a path that would ultimately lead her back to the world of white society. This gripping biography is a testament to Olive's strength and determination, and a fascinating exploration of the human spirit.
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