I was once a great warrior; I am now poor. Keokuk has been the cause of my present situation; but I do not attach blame to him. I am now old. I have looked upon the Mississippi since I have been a child. I love the great river. I have dwelt upon its banks from the time I was an infant. I look upon it now. I shake hands with you, and as it is my wish, I hope you are my friends.
—--Black Hawk, July 4, 1838, at Fort Madison
Life of Black Hawk is the autobiography of the legendary Sauk leader, famous for his exploits during the War of 1812 and the Black Hawk War. This edition includes a table of contents.
