An Osage Journey to Europe, 1827-1830 Three French Accounts |
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| Edited and Translated by:
| Heat-Moon, William Least
Wallace, James K. |
| Series title: | American Exploration and Travel Ser. |
| ISBN: | 978-0-8061-4708-6 |
| Publication Date: | Jan 2015 |
| Publisher: | University of Oklahoma Press
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| Book Format: | Paperback |
| List Price: | USD $21.95 |
Book Description:
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In 1827 six Osage people--four men and two women--traveled to Europe escorted by three Americans. Their visit was big news in France, where three short publications about the travelers appeared almost immediately. Virtually lost since the 1830s, all three accounts are gathered, translated, and annotated here for the first time in English. Among the earliest writings devoted to Osage history and culture, these works provide unique insights into Osage life and especially into...
More DescriptionIn 1827 six Osage people--four men and two women--traveled to Europe escorted by three Americans. Their visit was big news in France, where three short publications about the travelers appeared almost immediately. Virtually lost since the 1830s, all three accounts are gathered, translated, and annotated here for the first time in English. Among the earliest writings devoted to Osage history and culture, these works provide unique insights into Osage life and especially into European perceptions of American Indians.