Life And Adventures Of William Filley, Who Was Stolen From His Home In Jackson, Michigan, By The Indians In 1837 (1867)

Life and Adventures of William Filley is a memoir written by William Filley himself. The book narrates the story of how he was kidnapped by Native Americans from his home in Jackson, Michigan, in 1837, and his subsequent life with the tribe. The book describes the various challenges and adventures that Filley faced during his captivity, including his initiation into the tribe, his learning of their language and customs, and his participation in their hunting and war expeditions. The book also sheds light on the complex relationships between the Native Americans and the white settlers during that time.Filley's memoir provides a rare glimpse into the life of a captive among the Native Americans, and his eventual return to his family after six years of captivity. The book offers a unique perspective on the cultural and historical interactions between the Native Americans and the white settlers during the 19th century.Published in 1867, this book is a significant historical document that provides insight into the lives of both the Native Americans and the white settlers during a time of great change and conflict in American history.And His Safe Return From Captivity In 1866, After An Absence Of 29 Years.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.