First published in 1868, this book is a thrilling account of one man's travels and adventures among the indigenous peoples of the Americas. Wright presents a vivid portrait of the customs, beliefs, and lifestyle of the Native American tribes he encountered, and describes his own encounters with danger and adventure. The book is an exciting and engaging read for anyone interested in the history and culture of the Americas. This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.