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"Has a many-sided appeal .... This stimulating book is one of the few that really deserve the over-worked term, a human document." -- Publishers Weekly.
In the first of his memoirs, the popular Indian Boyhood, Charles Alexander Eastman recounted his traditional... Read Full Overview

In an earlier book, Indian Boyhood, Charles Alexander Eastman (Ohiyesa) recounted the story of his traditional Sioux Childhood and youth. From the Deep Woods to Civilization, first published in 1916, continues the narrative, beginning with his abrupt entry into the... Read Full Overview

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Charles Alexander Eastman (born Hakadah and later named Oh ye S'a; February 19, 1858 - January 8, 1939) was a Santee Dakota physician educated at Boston University, writer, national lecturer, and reformer. In the early 20th century, he was "one of the most prolific authors and... Read Full Overview

In an earlier book, Indian Boyhood, Charles Alexander Eastman (Ohiyesa) recounted the story of his traditional Sioux Childhood and youth. From the Deep Woods to Civilization, first published in 1916, continues the narrative, beginning with his abrupt entry into the mainstream... Read Full Overview

""From The Deep Woods To Civilization: Chapters In The Autobiography Of An Indian"" is a memoir written by Charles Alexander Eastman, a Native American who was born in the mid-19th century and grew up in the traditional lifestyle of his people, the Santee Sioux. The book details... Read Full Overview

Charles Alexander Eastman was a Santee Dakota writer, physician, lecturer, and reformer. Educated at Boston University, be became one of the leading authors and speakers on Sioux history and American Indian affairs. He is the first Native American author to write history from... Read Full Overview

This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.

This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely... Read Full Overview

"The most prominent literary spokesman of the Indian ... his achievement will remain unique." -New York Medical Journal "Many a thrilling episode ... a gripping lesson in each chapter ... interesting." -American Indian Magazine "Breaking down prejudices and destroying old enmities... Read Full Overview

This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you will see the original... Read Full Overview

This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.

This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely... Read Full Overview

From The Deep Woods To Civilization is a memoir written by Charles A. Eastman, a Native American man who was born in the mid-19th century and grew up in the traditional lifestyle of the Santee Dakota tribe. The book details his journey from living in the deep woods of Minnesota... Read Full Overview

From the Deep Woods to Civilization is a memoir written by Charles A. Eastman, a Native American man who was born and raised in the traditional ways of his people in the mid-19th century. The book details his life and experiences as he navigates the clash between his traditional... Read Full Overview