Building a State in Apache Land (eBook)

Enriched edition. Forging a New Frontier in Apache Territory: Pioneers, Conflict, and Statehood in the American Southwest

Charles D. Poston (Autor)

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2019
135 Seiten
Good Press (Verlag)
406-406624481-1 (EAN)

Infos

In "Building a State in Apache Land," Charles D. Poston offers a comprehensive analysis of the socio-political dynamics that shaped Arizona during its formative years. Poston employs a blend of narrative history and personal anecdote, capturing the complexity of building a state amidst cultural intersections. His exploration extends beyond mere historical recounting; it delves into the tensions and alliances between Native American tribes, particularly the Apache, and the encroaching settlers, providing a nuanced understanding of the region's varied cultural landscape. The text is richly contextualized within the broader narrative of American westward expansion, highlighting not only the geographical but also the ideological battles that were fought during this turbulent period. Charles D. Poston, often regarded as the 'ÄúFather of Arizona,'Äù was deeply influenced by his own experiences and interactions with diverse communities in the territory. As a politician, entrepreneur, and innovator, Poston's multifaceted career intersected with issues of land rights, governance, and identity. His commitment to fostering a coherent state identity emerged from a landscape fraught with conflict, positioning him as a critical advocate for integrating the interests of both settlers and Indigenous peoples. "Building a State in Apache Land" is an essential read for anyone interested in the historical complexities of Arizona and the American Southwest. Poston's insightful reflections and thorough research make this work invaluable for scholars and lay readers alike, enriching our understanding of state-building processes in culturally diverse environments. This book not only illuminates the past but also invites contemporary discussions about identity, governance, and conflict resolution.

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Produkt-Details

• Erscheint lt. Verlag: 9.12.2019
• Einführung: Wren Sharp
• Mitarbeit: Kommentare: Wren Sharp
• Verlagsort: Prague
• Sprache: englisch
• Themenwelt: Sachbuch/Ratgeber ► Geschichte / Politik ► Regional- / Landesgeschichte
• Themenwelt: Sachbuch/Ratgeber ► Geschichte / Politik ► Neuzeit bis 1918
• Themenwelt: Geisteswissenschaften ► Geschichte
• Schlagworte: 19th century American West • American frontier settlement • American Southwest • Apache history analysis • apache tribes • Arizona • arizona history • Classic • Cultural conflict narratives • Detailed archaeological insights • frontier life • Historical accounts research • History • Indigenous peoples relations • Manifest Destiny • Native American cultures • Pioneering spirit • Pioneering statehood journey • Political dynamics exploration • Settling the West • Territorial expansion • western expansion challenges • western exploration