A Narrative of the Captivity and Adventures of John Tanner (U.S. Interpreter at the Saut de Ste. Marie): During Thirty Years Residence among the Indians in the Interior of North America

Author: Tanner, John

Synopsis:


'A Narrative of the Captivity and Adventures of John Tanner' is a gripping memoir that recounts the extraordinary life of John Tanner, an American interpreter who spent thirty years living among various Native American tribes in the interior of North America. From his capture as a young boy by the Shawnee tribe to his assimilation into different indigenous cultures, Tanner's captivating narrative takes readers on a thrilling journey through the vast and untamed wilderness. Filled with encounters with both friend and foe, his story is a testament to the resilience of the human spirit and the power of adaptation in the face of adversity.

Genres:
Memoir, Adventure, Historical

Themes:
Cultural assimilation, Survival, Identity, Exploration

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