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The Comanche Empire (The Lamar Series in Western History),New
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From the author of Lakota America, an awardwinning history of the rise and decline of the vast and imposing Comanche empireCuttingedge revisionist western history.Larry McMurtry, New York Review of BooksA landmark study that will make readers see the history of southwestern America in an entirely new way.David J. Weber, author of BrbarosIn the eighteenth and early nineteenth centuries, a Native American empire rose to dominate the fiercely contested lands of the American Southwest, the southern Great Plains, and northern Mexico. This powerful empire, built by the Comanche Indians, eclipsed its various European rivals in military prowess, political prestige, economic power, commercial reach, and cultural influence. Yet until now the Comanche empire has gone unrecognized in American history.This compelling and original book uncovers the lost story of the Comanches. It is a story that challenges the idea of Indigenous peoples as victims of European expansion and offers a new model for the history of colonial expansion, colonial frontiers, and NativeEuropean relations in North America and elsewhere. Pekka Hmlinen shows in vivid detail how the Comanches built their unique empire and resisted European colonization, and why they fell to defeat in 1875. With extensive knowledge and deep insight, the author brings into clear relief the Comanches remarkable impact on the trajectory of history.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main focus of 'The Comanche Empire' by Pekka Hämäläinen? A: The book focuses on the rise and decline of the Comanche Empire, highlighting its significant military, political, economic, and cultural influence in the American Southwest during the eighteenth and early nineteenth centuries.
- Q: How many pages does 'The Comanche Empire' have? A: The book contains 512 pages.
- Q: What type of binding does this book have? A: This edition of 'The Comanche Empire' is available in paperback binding.
- Q: When was 'The Comanche Empire' published? A: The book was published on May 19, 2009.
- Q: Who is the author of 'The Comanche Empire'? A: The author of the book is Pekka Hämäläinen.
- Q: Is 'The Comanche Empire' suitable for academic research? A: Yes, the book provides a well-researched historical perspective on the Comanche Empire, making it suitable for academic studies related to Native American history and colonial expansion.
- Q: What are some themes explored in 'The Comanche Empire'? A: The book explores themes of Indigenous resilience, colonial expansion, and the complex relationships between Native Americans and European settlers.
- Q: Does the book include any illustrations or maps? A: The specific edition details about illustrations or maps are not provided, but academic history books often include relevant visuals to complement the text.
- Q: Is 'The Comanche Empire' considered a revisionist history? A: Yes, the book is described as a cutting-edge revisionist western history, offering a new perspective on the role of the Comanche Empire in American history.
- Q: What makes 'The Comanche Empire' a landmark study? A: The book is considered a landmark study because it challenges traditional narratives and offers a comprehensive understanding of the Comanche Empire's impact on history, changing how readers view southwestern America.