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Tecumseh and the Quest for Indian Leadership

Nonfiction | Biography | Adult | Published in 1984

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R. David Edmunds

Tecumseh and the Quest for Indian Leadership

Nonfiction | Biography | Adult | Published in 1984
Book Details
Pages

240

Format

Biography • Nonfiction

Setting

Ohio River Valley • 18th-19th Century

Publication Year

1984

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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Tecumseh and the Quest for Indian Leadership by R. David Edmunds chronicles the life of Shawnee war chief Tecumseh and his efforts from 1805 to 1813 to build a pan-tribal alliance against the territorial encroachment of American settlers. Alongside his brother Tenskwatawa, Tecumseh transformed a religious movement into a formidable political and military coalition, allying with the British during the War of 1812, until his demise marked the decline of Indigenous resistance in the Old Northwest Territory. This book includes graphic descriptions of historical battles.

Informative

Mysterious

Contemplative

Melancholic

Inspirational

Reviews & Readership

3.9

189 ratings

57%

Loved it

33%

Mixed feelings

11%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

R. David Edmunds' Tecumseh and the Quest for Indian Leadership provides a compelling and meticulously researched biography of the Shawnee leader. Praised for its balanced perspective, the book effectively humanizes Tecumseh while contextualizing his struggles. Some reviews note its academic tone may challenge casual readers. Overall, it's a substantial contribution to Native American history.

Who should read this

Who Should Read Tecumseh and the Quest for Indian Leadership?

Readers who appreciate Bury My Heart at Wounded Knee by Dee Brown or Empire of the Summer Moon by S.C. Gwynne will find Tecumseh and the Quest for Indian Leadership by R. David Edmunds compelling. It suits those interested in Native American history, leadership dynamics, and biographical narratives.

3.9

189 ratings

57%

Loved it

33%

Mixed feelings

11%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

240

Format

Biography • Nonfiction

Setting

Ohio River Valley • 18th-19th Century

Publication Year

1984

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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