Life of Black Hawk, Ma-ka-tai-me-she-kia-kiak
About this book
The autobiography was dictated by Black Hawk in 1833, using the official U.S. interpreter for the Sacs and Foxes. This took place shortly after the Black Hawk War, when Black Hawk was in the custody of the Government. The full descriptive title was: “Life of Ma-Ka-Tai-Me-She-Kia-Kiak or Black Hawk, embracing the tradition of his nation – Indian wars in which he has been engaged – cause of joining the British in their late war with America, and its history – description of the Rock-River village – manners and customs – encroachments by the whites, contrary to treaty – removal from his village in 1831. With an account of the cause and general history of the late war, his surrender and confinement at Jefferson Barracks, and travels through the United States, dictated by himself.”
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· 182 pages · ≈ 3 h 22 m · Challenging
How long does it take to read Life of Black Hawk, Ma-ka-tai-me-she-kia-kiak?
About ≈ 3 h 22 m — 182 pages, assuming roughly 250 words per page at 225 words per minute.
How many pages is Life of Black Hawk, Ma-ka-tai-me-she-kia-kiak?
182 pages in its most-read edition.
What genre is Life of Black Hawk, Ma-ka-tai-me-she-kia-kiak?
It sits on the Travel, Biography & Memoir, History shelves.
Is Life of Black Hawk, Ma-ka-tai-me-she-kia-kiak in the public domain?
Yes — it is free to read and share.
Who are the main characters in Life of Black Hawk, Ma-ka-tai-me-she-kia-kiak?
The main characters include Ma-Ka-Tai-Me-She-Kia-Kiak, Black Hawk (1767-1838), Black Hawk Sauk chief (1767-1838).
Where does Life of Black Hawk, Ma-ka-tai-me-she-kia-kiak take place?
It is set in Illinois, Rock River during 1790-1835, 1790-1834.
Who wrote Life of Black Hawk, Ma-ka-tai-me-she-kia-kiak?
Black Hawk.
Where can I read Life of Black Hawk, Ma-ka-tai-me-she-kia-kiak online for free?
It is in the public domain — read it free on Open Library