The Indian Captive (eBook)

A narrative of the adventures and sufferings of Matthew Brayton in his thirty-four years of captivity among the Indians of north-western America

Matthew Brayton (Autor)

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2022
46 Seiten
DigiCat (Verlag)
859-654733627-3 (EAN)

Infos

Matthew Brayton's 'The Indian Captive' is a compelling historical novel set in colonial America, depicting the life of a young woman captured by Native Americans. The book is rich in detail, portraying the harsh realities faced by captives during this tumultuous period, while also exploring themes of cultural clash and personal resilience. Brayton's writing style is immersive, drawing readers into the protagonist's emotional journey as she navigates her way through an unfamiliar world. The novel's descriptive language and vivid imagery add depth to the narrative, giving readers a glimpse into the complexities of early American history. Similar to captivity narratives of the time, 'The Indian Captive' offers a unique perspective on the consequences of cultural conflict and survival in a challenging environment. The author's research and attention to detail bring authenticity to the story, making it a valuable contribution to the historical fiction genre.

Autor

Matthew Brayton is not a household name in the literary world, but his work, 'The Indian Captive,' has secured a place in the annals of American historical narratives. This book is the autobiographical account of Brayton's own experiences as a young boy who was captured by Native Americans in the early 19th century. Brayton's writing serves not just as a personal memoir but also as a significant cultural artifact, reflecting the complex and often turbulent interactions between indigenous populations and European settlers during that period. While the precise details of Brayton's life remain scant, his narrative provides an engaging and sometimes harrowing window into frontier life. Brayton's book contributes to a genre of captivity narratives that were popular at the time, which often highlighted themes of survival, cultural conflict, and identity. These narratives frequently served as both sensational stories for an eager reading public and as political tools, framed to reinforce prevailing attitudes toward Native Americans during a time of expansion and colonization. Though 'The Indian Captive' might not be celebrated for its literary style as much as for its historical significance, it stands as a poignant personal tale from a tumultuous chapter in American history.

Produkt-Details

• Erscheint lt. Verlag: 16.9.2022
• Verlagsort: Prague
• Sprache: englisch
• Themenwelt: Sachbuch/Ratgeber ► Geschichte / Politik ► Regional- / Landesgeschichte
• Themenwelt: Geisteswissenschaften ► Geschichte
• Schlagworte: 19th century historical accounts • American frontier literature • American Frontiers • American historical landscape • Biography • Captivity Narratives • cross-cultural experience • Cultural Exchange • Early American History • Frontier Life Challenges • frontier survival • historical biography • historical narrative • History • Indian captivities • Indian captivity stories • Matthew Brayton writings • military history • Native American encounters • Native American History • pioneer life in America • Resilience in adversity • Shoshoni Indians • survival memoir • United States • U.S. • West