Mary Sagatoo – Wah Sash Kah Moqua

“Wah Sash Kah Moqua: Or Thirty-Three Years Among The Indians is a book written by Mary Sagatoo and published in 1897. The book is a memoir of Sagatoo’s life as a Native American woman living among various tribes in Michigan and Wisconsin during the mid-19th century. Sagatoo’s account provides a unique perspective on Native American culture and traditions during a time when their way of life was rapidly changing due to the encroachment of white settlers. She describes her experiences growing up in a traditional Native American family, learning their customs, and participating in their daily activities. The book also offers insights into the relationships between different tribes and their interactions with white settlers. Sagatoo describes the conflicts and tensions that arose as the government attempted to force Native Americans onto reservations and assimilate them into white American culture. Overall, Wah Sash Kah Moqua is a valuable historical document that provides a firsthand account of Native American life during a critical period in American history. It offers readers a glimpse into a world that has largely been lost to time and serves as a reminder of the importance of preserving the cultural heritage of indigenous peoples”

Printer’s Devil Press, undated reprint of 1897 original Softcover edition. Writing on flyleaf page and backwrap. Wear to glue at wraps.