Mary and I

"Mary and I: Forty Years with the Sioux" recounts the remarkable life and work of Stephen Return Riggs among the Dakota people in the nineteenth century. This enduring autobiography offers a firsthand account of Riggs' experiences as a missionary, providing invaluable insights into the history and culture of the Sioux. Explore the challenges and triumphs of cross-cultural engagement during a transformative period in American history. Riggs' dedication to his religious calling and his deep engagement with Native American communities offer a unique perspective on faith, cultural exchange, and the complexities of the era. A significant historical document, "Mary and I" sheds light on the relationship between Christian missions and the indigenous peoples of the American West. Readers interested in biography, Native American history, or the history of Christian missions will find this a compelling and informative narrative.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.