The bitter waters of Medicine Creek: a tragic clash between white and native America
United States history, Indigenous peoples history, War and military biography
Human-narrated audio
Summary
Pulitzer Prize winner chronicles the relationship between indigenous tribes and white settlers in 1850s Washington Territory. Examines the role of the first governor, Isaac Stevens, and the treaties, revolts, and massacres that led to the trial and hanging of Nisqually leader Leschi in 1858. Discusses Leschi's 2004 exoneration. 2011
Title Details
ISBN
9780307268891
Publisher
Alfred A. Knopf
Copyright Date
2011
Book number
4411976
Audio details for CELA title
Narrator
Jason Culp
Duration
16 hours 21 minutes 28 seconds
Audio producer
Benefit Media