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Shadows At Dawn: An Apache Massacre And The Violence Of History (The Penguin History Of American Life)
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A Masterful Reconstruction Of One Of The Worst Indian Massacres In American Historyin April 1871, A Group Of Americans, Mexicans, And Tohono O?Odham Indians Surrounded An Apache Village At Dawn And Murdered Nearly 150 Men, Women, And Children In Their Sleep. In The Past Century The Attack, Which Came To Be Known As The Camp Grant Massacre, Has Largely Faded From Memory. Now, Drawing On Oral Histories, Contemporary Newspaper Reports, And The Participants? Own Accounts, Prizewinning Author Karl Jacoby Brings This Perplexing Incident And Tumultuous Era To Life To Paint A Sweeping Panorama Of The American Southwest?A World Far More Complex, Diverse, And Morally Ambiguous Than The Traditional Portrayals Of The Old West.
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- Q: What is the main topic of 'Shadows at Dawn'? A: 'Shadows at Dawn' focuses on the Camp Grant Massacre of 1871, where nearly 150 Apaches were killed by a coalition of Americans, Mexicans, and Tohono O'odham Indians.
- Q: Who is the author of 'Shadows at Dawn'? A: The book is authored by Karl Jacoby, a prize-winning writer known for his historical narratives.
- Q: What is the publication date of this book? A: 'Shadows at Dawn' was published on November 24, 2009.
- Q: How many pages does 'Shadows at Dawn' have? A: The book contains 384 pages.
- Q: What type of binding does 'Shadows at Dawn' have? A: This edition of 'Shadows at Dawn' is available in paperback binding.
- Q: Is there a specific edition of 'Shadows at Dawn'? A: Yes, the book is a reprint edition.
- Q: What historical events does 'Shadows at Dawn' cover? A: It covers the events surrounding the Camp Grant Massacre and explores the broader historical context of the American Southwest.
- Q: Does 'Shadows at Dawn' include personal accounts? A: Yes, the book draws on oral histories and accounts from participants to provide a detailed narrative.
- Q: What themes are explored in 'Shadows at Dawn'? A: The book explores themes of violence, memory, and the complexities of historical narratives in American history.
- Q: Is 'Shadows at Dawn' suitable for academic study? A: Yes, it is a well-researched work that can be beneficial for students and scholars interested in American history and Native American studies.