Creek Indian History: A Historical Narrative of the Genealogy, Traditions and Downfall of the Ispocoga or Creek Indian Tribe of Indians by One of the Tribe, George Stiggins (1788-1845) 2nd Edition

I have a collection of books that deal with southeastern indians, in particular the Muscogees, and this is one of my favorites. Stiggins, a Natchez member of the Creek nation, writes simply & clearly and composed this manuscript within a few years of the events described. A few facts may be jumbled here & there but that is to be expected from a memoir such as this. His details & unique perspective illuminates these last tragic years before the removal. I highly recommend this book.

Just as advertised, very pleased.

I actually got this for my brother for Christmas, so don't know yet, but I think it will be a hit. He's gotten into our Creek ancestry hardcore lately, and found out some of our ancestors are from Alabama, where George Stiggins lived. Guessing he will find a connection to him in our family tree with the help of this book.

written by a sell out from the Red Stick period. The author killed many of his own people and then wrote this so-called history smearing his enemies and praising those he wished to ingratiate himself to, only recommended as a source for your Creek library, otherwise consider the source

I have yet to read this book, but I am familiar with the writing of George Stiggins.And this book was highly recommended.

This was written by an ancestor of mine and it is interesting to get his view on things even though he's been gone 167 years.

Very poorly written and did not hold my attention. Spend your money on another book that will be a pleasure reading.William Matthews

For a good primary source document of the Creek Nation from one of their own, this is an excellent source. There is a discussion not only of their customs in Alabama, but also of the events of Creek Wars, including a mention of Fort Mims. Unfortunately as a genealogical resource for those of the Tensaw area, this is somewhat lacking (though it was never intended for that purpose).Maybe I'm partial, because I'm a descendant of Mr. Stiggins. ;)