Publisher's Synopsis
The White Indian Boy: The Story of Uncle Nick Among the Shoshones is a novel written by E. N. Wilson. The story is set in the mid-1800s and follows the life of a young white boy named Nick who is taken captive by the Shoshone tribe. Nick is adopted by the tribe and raised as one of their own, learning their customs and ways of life. He becomes known as ""White Indian Boy"" and gains the respect of the tribe.Throughout the book, the reader follows Nick's journey as he navigates life as a member of the Shoshone tribe. He learns to hunt, fish, and survive in the wilderness. He also becomes skilled in fighting and horseback riding. The book also explores the relationships Nick forms with various members of the tribe, including his adopted father and mother, as well as his romantic relationships.The novel provides a unique perspective on Native American culture and highlights the importance of acceptance and understanding between different cultures. It also touches on themes of identity, belonging, and the struggle to find one's place in the world.Overall, The White Indian Boy: The Story of Uncle Nick Among the Shoshones is a captivating and insightful novel that offers a glimpse into the life of a young white boy who becomes a member of a Native American tribe.1919. Illustrated with drawings by F. N. Wilson. This is the true story of Uncle Nick Wilson. He was a man who not only lived part of his life with the Shoshone Indians but rode for the Pony Express. Wilson, Wyoming is named after him.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
