Nine Years Among the Indians, 1870-1879
The Story of the Captivity and Life of a Texan Among the Indians
by:
Herman Lehmann
in:
Memoirs
Summary:
The book recounts the true experiences of a young Texan boy who was captured by Apache Indians and later lived with the Comanche tribe, detailing his adaptation to Native American culture and way of life. It provides a personal narrative of his eventual return to white society after nearly a decade of living among the indigenous people of the American Southwest.
Key points:
1. Adaptation: Lehmann's capture by Apache Indians at 10 and his subsequent adaptation to their lifestyle demonstrates human resilience.
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