In the 1600s the Native Americans and the European cultures collided. Which brought up many problems, such as cultural and religious differences and territory and climate problems. The readings “captivity” by Louise Erdrich and “Narrative of the life of Mary Jemison” by James E.Seaver demonstrated the complexity of cultures colliding by the two very different raised individuals. Being forced into learning the life of an average Native American.
At this time Natives and Europeans have different cultural backgrounds and views of religion. As shown in the poem “Captivity“ were she says “...trees flung down their sharpened lashes. He did not notice god's wrath.” Since Louise was raised with such strong puritan believes she didn't understand why
At this time Natives and Europeans have different cultural backgrounds and views of religion. As shown in the poem “Captivity“ were she says “...trees flung down their sharpened lashes. He did not notice god's wrath.” Since Louise was raised with such strong puritan believes she didn't understand why