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Author Tanner, John, 1780?-1847
Editor James, Edwin, 1797-1861
Title 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
Note Reading ease score: 64.2 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
Credits E-text prepared by the Online Distributed Proofreading Team (http://www.pgdp.net)
Summary "A Narrative of the Captivity and Adventures of John Tanner" by John Tanner is a historical account written in the early 19th century. The narrative details Tanner's experiences of captivity among the Ojibway Indians after being abducted as a child, as well as his struggle to adapt to life among whites upon his eventual return. The text presumably explores themes of identity, cultural clash, and the hardships faced by those caught between two worlds. The opening of the narrative introduces readers to Tanner's early life and the circumstances of his capture at the age of nine. After a vivid recollection of his family and a sudden change in his life, he describes being taken by the Indians and the harsh treatment he endured as he was integrated into his captors' community. This segment sets the tone for his lengthy captivity, detailing his experiences, shifts in identity, and the significant impact of cultural differences on his life as he transitions from captivity back to the white society. Tanner's story not only serves as a personal memoir but also provides insights into the broader societal issues of race and belonging during that era. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class E011: History: America: America
Subject Indians of North America -- Languages -- Glossaries, vocabularies, etc.
Subject Tanner, John, 1780?-1847
Subject Indian captivities -- North America
Subject Ottawa Indians -- History
Subject Ojibwa Indians -- History
Category Text
EBook-No. 61291
Release Date
Most Recently Updated Jun 17, 2020
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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