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The Conspiracy of Pontiac by Francis Parkman 2 #2379603

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The Conspiracy of Pontiac by Francis Parkman 2 #2379603
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"The Conspiracy of Pontiac and the Indian War after the Conquest of Canada" by Francis Parkman in 2 volumes



1894

Boston

Little, Brown, and Co.



Hardback - 367 and 384 pages



In vey, very good condition. Cloth cover with embossed black and gilt and spine. All pages and cover tight.



Parkman wrote about American Indians with sympathetic portrayals represented by the "noble savage" stereotype. Writing in the era of Manifest Destiny, Parkman believed that the conquest and displacement of American Indians represented progress, a triumph of "civilization" over "savagery", a common view at the time.



Parkman's accomplishments are all the more impressive in light of the fact that he suffered from a debilitating neurological illness, which plagued him his entire life, and which was never properly diagnosed. He was often unable to walk, and for long periods he was effectively blind, being unable to stand but the slightest amount of light. Much of his research involved having people read documents to him, and much of his writing was written in the dark, or dictated to others.



Inside 2nd page has owners writing "C. W. Joiner, Dec. 25th, '94, Alvin Joiner".



I am listing this book and a large collection of books by noted authors (many inscribed) from the estate of John and Jean Siddall. John Siddall was the editor of "The American Magazine" in the mid to late 20's. A little information about John Siddall and "The American ...
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<tr><td>Condition:Very Good</td></tr>
<tr><td>Year:1870</td></tr>


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<tr><td>Title:The Conspiracy of Pontiac by Francis Parkman 2</td></tr>



<tr><td>Location:Chino, California</td></tr>
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