Lot 108


Indian horrors, or, Massacres by the Red Men: being a thrilling narrative of bloody wars with merciless and revengeful savages: including a full account of the daring deeds and tragic death of the world-renowned chief, Sitting Bull: with startling descriptions of fantastic ghost dances, mysterious medicine men, desperate Indian braves, scalping of helpless settlers, burning their homes, etc., etc.: the whole comprising a fascinating history of the Indians from the discovery of America to the present time, their manners, customs, modes of warfare, legends etc. An account of warfare and relationships between Native American Indian tribes and the White settlers from the early 17th-century through the end of the 19th-century. The book appears to have been published shortly after the Battle (or massacre) of Wounded Knee. There is commentary and details on torture, murders, scalping, rape, battles, massacres, and more. Northrop also includes ideas on how to civilize the savages and change them of their customs, culture, and military issues. Northrop himself states in the preface of this work: This work embraces a full account of all the memorable Indian wars in the United States, together with a record of terrible personal encounters with the Red Men, hairbreadth escapes, thrilling captures, and bloody massacres. 600 pages with numerous illustrations throughout. Please ask specific questions on details, condition, and shipping prior to bidding, ALL ITEMS ARE SOLD AS IS, and the bidder will be responsible for payment. We box and ship what we can to keep costs low, and use USPS and UPS. Large items, extremely fragile, and high value items will be packed by UPS. Quotes available on request
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Dimensions:
- 5.25" x 7.75" Condition:
- Very Good Condition with no missing or torn pages. The cover has some wear
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