Description

The Story of Geronimo is a historical biography written by Jim Kjelgaard. The book tells the story of Geronimo, one of the most famous Native American leaders of the Apache tribe. Geronimo was born in 1829 in what is now New Mexico and lived a life of constant conflict with the US government and settlers who were encroaching on Apache lands. Despite numerous treaties and promises made by the US government, Geronimo and his people were repeatedly forced from their homes and onto reservations.The book chronicles Geronimo's life from his early years as a warrior, through his struggles against the US Army and his eventual surrender, to his time as a prisoner of war and his later years as a celebrity and advocate for Native American rights. Kjelgaard's writing is engaging and informative, providing readers with a detailed look at Geronimo's life and the historical context in which he lived.Overall, The Story of Geronimo is a fascinating and well-written biography that sheds light on the struggles and triumphs of one of the most famous Native American leaders in history. It is a must-read for anyone interested in Native American history and culture.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.