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100 1 _aRyus, W. H.
_q(William Henry),
_d1839-
245 1 4 _aThe second William Penn
264 1 _aSalt Lake City, UT :
_bProject Gutenberg,
_c2006
300 _a1 online resource :
_bmultiple file formats
336 _atext
_btxt
_2rdacontent
337 _acomputer
_bc
_2rdamedia
338 _aonline resource
_bcr
_2rdacarrier
500 _aRelease date is 2006-02-01
508 _aProduced by Juliet Sutherland and PG Distributed Proofreaders
520 _a"The Second William Penn" by W.H. Ryus is a historical account written in the early 20th century that recounts the author's experiences as a stagecoach driver along the Old Santa Fe Trail during the 1860s. The narrative highlights the interactions between Native Americans and white settlers, emphasizing the author's unique ability to establish friendly relations with various tribes, which earned him the nickname "the Second William Penn." The book provides insights into the struggles, dangers, and daily life on the trail as the author confronts both the challenges of the rough frontier and the complexities of cross-cultural encounters. The opening of the book introduces readers to W. H. Ryus, who reflects on his past as a mail and express messenger amidst the conflicts and camaraderie on the Old Santa Fe Trail. He recounts the hardships faced by those traveling the often perilous route, underscored by encounters with Native Americans, which frequently turned hostile due to misunderstandings and the scarcity of provisions. Ryus asserts that his approach of kindness and hospitality, rather than hostility, helped him gain the trust of the Indians along his journeys. The narrative sets a tone of respect for the indigenous people, advocating for an understanding of their plight and highlighting the often one-sided nature of historical narratives surrounding these interactions. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
534 _nOriginal publication data not identified
653 _aFrontier and pioneer life -- West (U.S.)
653 _aSanta Fe National Historic Trail
653 _aIndians of North America -- West (U.S.)
856 4 0 _uhttps://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/9805
999 _c51426
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