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  • History of the Ottawa and Chippewa Indians of Michigan

    by Andrew Blackbird ...
    One of the first authoritative accounts of the Ottawa and Chippewa peoples to be published. A fascinating look into the cultures of these native peoples, even including an introduction to Ottawa and Chippewa grammar. Written by Ottawa tribe leader and historian Andrew Blackbird. ... Read more

    $4.99 CAD or Free with Kobo Plus

  • History of the Ottawa and Chippewa Indians of Michigan

    Enriched edition. A Grammar of Their Language, and Personal and Family History of the Author

    by Andrew J. Blackbird, Sadie Whitlock ...
    In "History of the Ottawa and Chippewa Indians of Michigan," Andrew J. Blackbird meticulously chronicles the rich heritage, customs, and challenges faced by the Ottawa and Chippewa tribes. The work showcases a blend of narrative history and ethnographic account, reflecting Blackbird's keen insights into Native American life during a period of intense cultural upheaval. The book is notably ... Read more

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  • History of the Ottawa and Chippewa Indians of Michigan

    by Andrew Blackbird ...
    From the intro:"Andrew J. Blackbird, the author of this little book, is an educated Indian, son of the Ottawa Chief. His Indian name is Mack-aw-de-be-nessy (Black Hawk), but he generally goes by the name of "Blackbird," taken from the interpretation of the French "L'Oiseau noir." Mr. Blackbird's wife is an educated and intelligent white woman of English descent, and they have four children. He is ... Read more

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  • History of the Ottawa and Chippewa Indians of Michigan: A Grammar of Their Language, and Personal and Family History of the Author

    by Andrew J. Blackbird ...
    I have seen a number of writings by different men who attempted to give an account of the Indians who formerly occupied the Straits of Mackinac and Mackinac Island, (that historic little island which stands at the entrance of the strait,) also giving an account of the Indians who lived and are yet living in Michigan, scattered through the counties of Emmet, Cheboygan, Charlevoix, Antrim, Grand ... Read more

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  • History of the Ottawa and Chippewa Indians of Michigan

    by Andrew J. Blackbird ...
    "History of the Ottawa and Chippewa Indians of Michigan" by Andrew J. Blackbird is a comprehensive account that delves into the rich cultural heritage and historical experiences of the Ottawa and Chippewa tribes in Michigan. Blackbird, himself a member of the Ottawa tribe, provides a unique perspective, blending personal narratives with historical facts. The book covers various aspects of tribal ... Read more

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  • History of the Ottawa and Chippewa Indians of Michigan (Annotated)

    Enriched Edition. A Grammar of Their Language, and Personal and Family History of the Author

    by Andrew J. Blackbird, Verity Eastmere ...
    Andrew J. Blackbird's History of the Ottawa and Chippewa Indians of Michigan is a rare nineteenth-century Indigenous-authored history that preserves Odawa and Ojibwe traditions, migrations, customs, treaty relations, and political grievances in Michigan. Written in a plain, testimonial prose shaped by oral narration, documentary recollection, and moral argument, the book stands at the intersection ... Read more

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  • History of the Ottawa and Chippewa Indians of Michigan

    Enriched edition. A Grammar of Their Language, and Personal and Family History of the Author

    by Andrew J. Blackbird, Lance Weatherby ...
    In "History of the Ottawa and Chippewa Indians of Michigan," Andrew J. Blackbird meticulously chronicles the rich cultural heritage and historical narratives of the Ottawa and Chippewa tribes. Utilizing a blend of oral histories and rigorous research, Blackbird's literary style is both scholarly and engaging, making the complexities of Indigenous life accessible to a broader audience. The book ... Read more

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  • The Traditional History and Characteristic Sketches of the Ojibway Nation

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