The Vanishing Race: The Last Great Indian Council, and The Indians' Story of The Custer Fight
Philadelphia, PA: National American Indian Memorial Association Press, 1913. 1st Edition. 8vo. Very Good. Item #18909
A very nice example of this history of the Last Great Indian Council, which occurred in 1909 in the Little Horn Valley, Montana.
The "Last Great Indian Council" was a significant gathering of American Indian Chiefs in Montana, documented by Joseph K. Dixon, to share stories and farewells, a poignant cultural event. Approximately 32 chiefs from various U.S. reservations attended to record their histories, folklore, and farewells, framed by photographer Joseph K. Dixon as a final, significant council of its kind.
In this work, Dixon eloquently captures this event through photographs and text.
Publisher's pictorial cloth. Square tight binding. Clean interior. Titling and illustration stamped in black, white and gilt. Mild rubbing and edge wear to binding. Shallow bump to lower edge of front board. Presents handsomely in a clear, archival mylar dust jacket.
A lovely and desirable piece.
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