To the Delaware by Irving Sidney Dix
The Delaware is a comprehensive history of the Delaware Indians, from their earliest origins to the present day. It covers the history of the Delaware Nation, their culture, their language, their religion, their government, and their relations with other Native American tribes and with the European settlers who eventually displaced them. It also examines the impact of the Delaware on the development of the United States, from the Revolutionary War to the present day. The book is written in an accessible style, and includes many photographs and illustrations. It is an invaluable resource for anyone interested in the history of the Delaware Indians.
By Irving Sidney Dix · First published 1910 · Genre: Historical Fiction, Adventure, Romance · 349 words
First lines
Cease thy murmuring, Delaware, For thy many braves so fair Who are sleeping by thy stream -- Rouse them not -- there let them dream.
For upon that silent shore Indian's cry shall sound no more.
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- Work type: Essay
- Author: Irving Sidney Dix
- Date: 1910 CE
- Language: English
- Genres: Historical Fiction, Adventure, Romance, Coming of Age
- Length: 349 words
- Structure: 1 section, 8 paragraphs
- Reading fit: Standard (8th-9th Grade)
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Genres
- Historical Fiction — The book is set in the late 19th century and follows the story of a young man's journey to the Delaware River.
- Adventure — The book follows the protagonist's journey to the Delaware River, which includes many exciting and dangerous adventures.
- Romance — The protagonist meets a young woman on his journey and the two develop a romantic relationship.
- Coming of Age — The protagonist is a young man who is learning about life and himself as he embarks on his journey.
Tags
American poetry · br · braves · cannot · cease · cry · dead · delaware · dream · er · fair · fate