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by Charles A. Curtis (Author)
Captured By The Navajos is a historical book written by Charles A. Curtis and published in 1904. The book is an account of the author's experience of being held captive by the Navajo tribe for several months. Curtis was a trader and was captured by the Navajos during a trading expedition in the late 1800s. The book starts with Curtis giving a brief history of the Navajo tribe and their way of life. He then goes on to describe his capture and the events leading up to it. Curtis provides a detailed account of his life as a captive, including the daily routines, the food he ate, and the interactions he had with the Navajo people. Throughout the book, Curtis also describes the Navajo culture, beliefs, and traditions. He talks about their religious ceremonies, their art, and their unique way of life. He also discusses the challenges he faced as a captive, including the language barrier and the constant threat of violence. Captured By The Navajos is a fascinating account of a man's experience of being held captive by a Native American tribe. It provides a unique insight into Navajo culture and traditions and is a valuable resource for anyone interested in Native American history.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.
