History of the Spirit Lake Massacre and Captivity of Miss Abbie Gardner (Hardcover)

The book ""History Of The Spirit Lake Massacre And Captivity Of Miss Abbie Gardner"" is a first-hand account of the Spirit Lake Massacre, a tragic event that took place in Iowa in 1857. The author, Abbie Gardner, was just 13 years old at the time of the massacre and was taken captive by the Native American tribe responsible for the attack. The book begins with a brief history of the area and the tensions between the settlers and the Native American tribes. It then goes on to describe the events leading up to the massacre, including the warning signs that were ignored by the settlers. The massacre itself is described in detail, with Gardner recounting the horror and chaos that ensued as the settlers tried to defend themselves against the attacking tribe. Gardner's own family was killed in the attack, but she was taken captive along with several other settlers. The majority of the book is dedicated to Gardner's experiences as a captive, including her interactions with the Native Americans and the harsh living conditions she endured. She also describes her eventual rescue and return to civilization. Throughout the book, Gardner provides a unique perspective on the Spirit Lake Massacre and its aftermath. Her personal account offers a glimpse into the lives of the settlers and the Native Americans during this tumultuous time in American history.This is a new release of the original 1923 edition.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.