Indian Boyhood with Illustations by E. L. Blumenschein Eastman, Charles A.

MCMVII at title page. "Copyright 1902 by McClure, Phillips & Co. Published October, 1902. Fifth impression." Red tweed-like full cloth boards gilt cover and spine titles, moderate shelf wear, discoloration. Features mounted color plate of Indian boy surrounded by gilt borders. Gilded top edge of block. Antiquarian fountain inscription at front endpaper: "Merry Christmas and Happy New Year. To Warren, from Aunt Grace, 1907." Thick deckled leaves very good. Fine frontispiece tissue guard intact. Four poignant illustrations throughout by noted American-German artist Ernest L. Blumenschein. Additionally each chapter has a preceding plate with whimsical line drawings - charming and with artist unstated. Each chapter begins with large stylized letter vignette. Bind good, square; hinges intact. Scarce near very good original early issue of this illustrated account. Also, two rare ephemeral cards set in to volume for available titles from McClure, Phillips & Co. publishing house. Beige cards with vignettes and orange accents with front and back summaries, detail, of titles for: "The Pettison Twins" by Marion Hill and "Tinker Two" by Edgar Jepson. Contents: [Prefatory Remark]; "Part I: Earliest Recollections. I. Hakadah, 'The Pitiful Last'; II. Early Hardships; III. My Indian Grandmother; IV. An Indian Sugar Camp; V. A Midsummer Feast; Part II: An Indian Boy's Training; Part III: My Plays and Playmates. I. Games and Sports; II. My Playmates; III. The Boy Hunter; Part IV: Hakadah's First Offering; Part V: Family Traditions. I. A Visit to Smoky Day; II. The Stone Boy; Part VI: Evening In the Lodge. I. Evening in the Lodge; II. Adventures of My Uncle; Part VII: The End of the Bear Dance; Part VIII: The Maidens' Feast; Part IX: More Legends. I. A Legend of Devil's Lake; II. Manitoshaw's Hunting; Part X: Indian Life and Adventure. I. Life in the Woods; II. A Winter Camp; III. Wild Harvests; IV. A Meeting On the Plains; V. An Adventurous Journey; Part XI: The Laughing Philosopher; Part XII: First Impressions of Civilization." Charles' Sioux name, Ohíye S'a (Ohiyesa as in his introductory remark), means "the winner" or "always wins" or "the winner" in Dakota culture. This native name connotes victory, resilience, bravery, endurance, and patience. He was given this name after winning a race as a child. Sadly, his birth name was originally Hakadah which translates as "pitiful last" in Dakota. This name was given to him as his mother died shortly after his birth. These names reflect both Eastman's early challenges and later achievements. Charles A. (Alexander) Eastman was an American physician, author and social reformer. He was among the first Native Americans to be certified in Western medicine and was "one of the most prolific authors and speakers on Sioux ethnohistory and American Indian affairs" Eastman was of Santee Dakota, English and French ancestry. After working as a physician on reservations in South Dakota, he became increasingly active in politics and issues on Native rights. Eastman was born in 1858 near Redwood Falls of the then Minnesota Territory. This autobiographical account details his experiences growing as a Santee Sioux. His name was Ohiyesa. He highlights his childhood including traditional games, and practices; aiming to bridge an understanding of his cultural milieu. Eastman details the training he received for life as a warrior, the natural world, and portrays his rich and vibrant upbringing. Eastman emphasizes the importance of oral storytelling of his youth. He presents an intimate look at his life and thoughts with vivid descriptions of playing with animals and tribal rituals. He shares valuable lessons learned from elders emphasizing the wisdom passed down through generations. After leaving his traditional upbringing, he navigates life as both a Native American and a product of white society and addresses the tension and pressures of assimilation. He also offers his account of the Sioux Uprising of 1862 which forc