William Elliot Griffis

Sir William Johnson and the Six Nations (eBook, ePUB)

Diplomacy, Alliances, and Conflict in Colonial America

• Format: ePub

Produktbeschreibung

In 'Sir William Johnson and the Six Nations' by William Elliot Griffis, the author explores the complex relationship between the British Indian agent, Sir William Johnson, and the Six Nations of the Iroquois in colonial America. Griffis employs a scholarly and detailed approach, providing historical context and delving into the intricacies of diplomacy and culture during this time period. Through meticulous research and vivid storytelling, Griffis brings to life the alliances and conflicts that shaped the interactions between Johnson and the Native American tribes. This book serves as a valuable resource for those interested in colonial history and Native American studies. The detailed accounts and analysis offer a deeper understanding of the challenges faced by both Johnson and the Six Nations as they navigated the tumultuous political landscape of 18th-century America. William Elliot Griffis's expertise in American history and cultural studies shines through in his compelling narrative, making 'Sir William Johnson and the Six Nations' a must-read for anyone seeking a thorough exploration of this significant historical period.

Produktdetails

• Verlag: Good Press
• Seitenzahl: 310
• Erscheinungstermin: 11. Dezember 2019
• Englisch
• ISBN-13: 4064066201081
• Artikelnr.: 58755215

Autorenporträt

William Elliot Griffis (1843 - 1928) was an American orientalist, Congregational minister, lecturer and prolific author. Griffis was born in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, the son of a sea captain and later a coal trader. During the American Civil War, he served two months as a corporal in Company H of the 44th Pennsylvania Militia after Robert E. Lee invaded Pennsylvania in 1863. After the war, he attended Rutgers University at New Brunswick, New Jersey, graduating in 1869. At Rutgers, Griffis was an English and Latin language tutor for Taro Kusakabe, a young samurai from the province of Echizen (part of modern Fukui). After a year of travel in Europe, he studied at the seminary of the Reformed Church in America in New Brunswick (known today as the New Brunswick Theological Seminary).