{"title":"Jeffrey Ostler","description":"\u003cp\u003eDiscover the compelling works of Jeffrey Ostler, a noted historian who brings a deep understanding of Indigenous histories and colonial dynamics to his readers. Ostler’s writings, rich in detail and insight, provide a thorough analysis of the complex narratives surrounding Native American communities and their experiences throughout history.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAt the core of this collection is \u003cem\u003eSurviving Genocide\u003c\/em\u003e, a profound exploration of the devastating impacts of European colonisation on Native American populations from 1492 to 1776. Ostler meticulously documents the resilience and resistance of these communities amidst the backdrop of conquest and oppression, offering a nuanced perspective that challenges traditional historical narratives.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIf you're passionate about History \u0026amp; Military subjects, particularly those that shed light on underrepresented stories and perspectives, Jeffrey Ostler's books are an essential addition to your collection. His work not only educates but also inspires a deeper appreciation for the diverse and rich histories of Indigenous peoples.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"surviving-genocide-by-jeffrey-ostler-9780300255362","title":"Surviving Genocide","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eSurviving Genocide\u003c\/em\u003e is the first part of a sweeping two-volume history that delves into the devastation inflicted on Indian nations through U.S. expansion.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAn elegant and organised narrative, this work explores the United States' dispossession of Native lands east of the Mississippi. \"A remarkable book in its breadth and scope.\" —Ashley Riley Sousa, \u003cem\u003eCanadian Journal of History\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\"Intense and well-researched, ambitious, magisterial. \u003cem\u003eSurviving Genocide\u003c\/em\u003e sets a bar from which subsequent scholarship and teaching cannot retreat.\" —Peter Nabokov, \u003cem\u003eNew York Review of Books\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIn this volume, Jeffrey Ostler examines how American democracy depended on the dispossession of Indian lands and the federally sanctioned force used to remove or slaughter Indians obstructing U.S. expansion. The book charts the significant losses faced by Indians due to relentless violence, disease, deprivation, and exposure, focusing on the eastern United States from the 1750s to the start of the Civil War.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis authoritative contribution enriches the understanding of the United States’ aggressive path towards building a continental empire. It sheds light on the seizure of Indigenous lands and how treaties were used to fabricate consent for dispossession. Ostler also highlights the resilience of Native people, showcasing their survival of genocide through alliances, town defences, and community rebuilding.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Unknown","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47000757240044,"sku":"9780300255362","price":59.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/24551363482294.jpg?v=1763302326"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.live\/collections\/jeffrey-ostler.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}