The Dangers And Sufferings Of Robert Eastburn, And His Deliverance From Indian Captivity

The Dangers and Sufferings of Robert Eastburn, and His Deliverance from Indian Captivity: Narratives of Captivities is a book written by Robert Eastburn and published in 1904. The book is a first-hand account of Eastburn's experience as a captive of Native American tribes during the French and Indian War in the mid-18th century.The book is divided into two parts: the first part details Eastburn's capture and subsequent imprisonment by the Delaware tribe, while the second part describes his escape and eventual return to his family. Throughout the book, Eastburn recounts the many dangers and hardships he faced while in captivity, including physical abuse, starvation, and exposure to the elements.Despite the difficult circumstances of his captivity, Eastburn also provides a unique perspective on Native American culture and customs, offering insights into their beliefs and way of life. The book is considered an important historical document, shedding light on a little-known aspect of American history and providing a valuable firsthand account of life during the French and Indian War.This scarce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.