White Slaves of the Nootka: The Adventures and Sufferings of John R Jewitt While a Captive of the Nootka Indians 1803-05

By (author): "John Rodgers Jewitt"
Publish Date: 1815
White Slaves of the Nootka: The Adventures and Sufferings of John R Jewitt While a Captive of the Nootka Indians 1803-05
ISBN0919214517
ISBN139780919214514
AsinWhite Slaves of the Nootka: The Adventures and Sufferings of John R Jewitt While a Captive of the Nootka Indians 1803-05
While anchored in Nootka Sound the Boston was attacked by what were thought of as "friendly" Nootka Indians. The two only survivors became slaves owned by Chief Maquinna. Their worst fear was the realization that they could be killed whenever their master chose. Rescued after 28 months in captivity, this is Jewitt's story in his own words.-- A gripping story of a real life adventure