Goodbird the Indian: His Story by Edward Goodbird and Gilbert Livingstone Wilson
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"Goodbird the Indian: His Story" by Edward Goodbird and Gilbert Livingstone Wilson is a historical account written in the early 20th century. The book recounts the life of Edward Goodbird, a member of the Hidatsa tribe, and his experiences growing up in a time of significant change for Native American cultures. It focuses on his personal journey, cultural beliefs, and the transition from traditional life to more modern influences, including farming and
Christianity. The opening of the account details Goodbird's birth near the mouth of the Yellowstone River, highlighting the Hidatsa and Mandan tribes' lives, their customs, and beliefs. It sets the stage for Goodbird’s upbringing, describing the important aspects of tribal life, including the roles of family members and the culturally significant practices surrounding his childhood. As he narrates his early experiences, readers gain insight into the rich traditions and struggles of Native Americans during the shift from their historical way of life to adaptation within a changing society. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Goodbird, Edward, 1869- |
|---|---|
| Author | Wilson, Gilbert Livingstone, 1868-1930 |
| Illustrator | Wilson, F. N. (Frederick N.), 1876-1961 |
| LoC No. | 14011509 |
| Title | Goodbird the Indian: His Story |
| Credits |
Produced by MFR and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive/American Libraries.) |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 88.5 (6th grade). Easy to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | E011: History: America: America |
| Subject | Indians of North America -- Biography |
| Subject | Goodbird, Edward, 1869- |
| Subject | Hidatsa Indians -- Biography |
| Subject | Hidatsa Indians -- Social life and customs |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 56349 |
| Release Date | Jan 10, 2018 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 271 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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