02375cam a22003253u 4500 21208 UtSlPG 20260610133505.0 m cr n 260607r2007||||utu|||||o|||||||||||||| d 92209455 UtSlPG en iso639-1 E011 Creswell, R. J. (Robert J.), 1844-1906 Among the Sioux: A Story of the Twin Cities and the Two Dakotas Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg, 2007 1 online resource : multiple file formats text txt rdacontent computer c rdamedia online resource cr rdacarrier Release date is 2007-04-24 Produced by K. Nordquist, Sigal Alon, Harvested one missing illustration from Internet Archive and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net "Among the Sioux: A Story of the Twin Cities and the Two Dakotas" by R. J. Creswell is a historical account written in the early 20th century. The book delves into the experiences and contributions of early missionaries among the Sioux Indians, focusing particularly on the inspiring lives and efforts of individuals like the Pond brothers and Dr. Williamson. It offers insights into their motives, struggles, and the profound impact they had on Sioux culture and Christian conversion. The opening of the work introduces readers to the Pond brothers, Samuel and Gideon, who, inspired by a revival in their home town and driven by a deep commitment to missionary work, set out for the Sioux territory in the 1830s. They arrive at Fort Snelling, seeking to bring education and Christianity to a people they perceived as neglected and in need. The narrative outlines their initial endeavors, depicting both the beauty of the landscape and the daunting challenges they faced. Their determination is portrayed in the context of their hopes to contribute positively to the Sioux's lives, setting the stage for the broader story of the mission's developments and struggles in the ensuing chapters. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Original publication data not identified Dakota Indians -- Missions Missionaries -- Great Plains -- Biography https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/21208 62385 62385