American Massacre facts for kids
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| Author | Sally Denton |
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| Country | United States |
| Language | English |
| Subject | Mountain Meadows Massacre |
| Genre | Non-fiction |
| Publisher | Knopf (Hardcover) Vintage (Paperback) |
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Publication date
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June 17, 2003 (Hardcover) September 14, 2004 (Paperback) |
| Media type | Print (Hardcover) & (Paperback) |
| Pages | 336 |
| ISBN | 0-375-41208-5 |
American Massacre: The Tragedy At Mountain Meadows, September 1857 is a non-fiction history book. It was written by investigative reporter and author Sally Denton. The book was released by Alfred A. Knopf in 2003.
Contents
What the Book is About
This book tells the true story of a group of pioneers. They were traveling in a wagon train to California in 1857. Their journey took them through Southern Utah Territory. The book focuses on a very sad event that happened there. This event is known as the Mountain Meadows Massacre.
The Mountain Meadows Massacre
The Mountain Meadows Massacre was a terrible event in American history. It happened in September 1857. A group of about 120 people, including many women and children, were killed. They were part of a wagon train from Arkansas. This event involved local settlers and Native American allies. The book explores the reasons behind this tragedy. It also looks at the long-lasting effects it had.
Why This Story Matters
Sally Denton's book helps us understand a difficult time in the past. It shows how different groups of people interacted. It also highlights the challenges faced by pioneers. The book is based on careful research. It brings to light many details about this historical event.
Awards and Recognition
American Massacre has received several awards. These awards show that the book is important and well-written.
- In 2003, it was named a New York Times Nonfiction Notable Book.
- In 2004, it won the Western Heritage Award. This award was for Outstanding Nonfiction Book.
