Frank Bird Linderman

Blackfeet Indians is a non-fiction book written by Frank Bird Linderman that provides a comprehensive overview of the Blackfeet Indian tribe. The book delves into the history, culture, traditions, and way of life of the Blackfeet people, who are indigenous to the Great Plains region of North America. Linderman draws on his personal experiences and interactions with the Blackfeet community to provide an authentic and insightful portrayal of their customs and beliefs. He covers a wide range of topics, including the tribe's religious practices, social organization, hunting and gathering techniques, and relationships with other Native American groups. The book also includes detailed descriptions of Blackfeet art, music, and storytelling traditions, as well as their use of medicinal plants and other natural resources. Linderman's writing style is engaging and accessible, making the book an excellent resource for anyone interested in Native American history and culture. Overall, Blackfeet Indians is a fascinating and informative read that offers a unique perspective on one of North America's most important indigenous tribes. 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.

The intimate, human memories regarding Charles M. Russell, his genius and eccentricities, which Frank Linderman set down shortly after the death of his good friend, constitute a miscellany of personal insights for which any of Russell's biographers ought to have given his eyeteeth. But in none of the increasingly frequent Russell commentaries, apparently, has use ever been made of these prime source materials. When Russell and Linderman met, it was to be expected a close friendship would result. Their interests, experiences, and natural inclinations were of the same cloth. They loved untrammeled people in virgin country; they had high regard for the old-time Indian and his mores; they held the encroachments upon the old West of civilization's less laudable aspects in mutual disdain; and, finally, Linderman with words and Russell with paint and clay were professional artists concerned in the re-creation of a beloved time fast slipping away. These recollections of their shared campfires, trails, conversations, and fun constitute the finest portrait extant of Charley Russell, the human being, pulsing with personality, quip, and many of his well-known tall tales.