On the record
II. p. 118.--The truth is, that the Indians considered their lands as mere hunting-manors, and not as farms.
Source
gutenberg.orgBenjamin Franklin: “II. p. 118.--The truth is, that the Indians considered their lands as mere hunting-manors, and not as farms.”
Editor's note · Context
Franklin explains the Indian perspective on land ownership, viewing it as hunting grounds rather than agricultural farms, which reflects differing cultural values.
Share
More from Benjamin Franklin
Yet had I gone at 70, it would have cut off 12 of the most active years of my life, employed too in matters of the greatest importance; but whether I have been doing good or mischief, is for time to discover.
It is with a melancholy regret I think of his death; but to death we are all bound by the irreversible order of nature, and in looking forward to it, there is comfort in being able to reflect--that we have not lived in vain, and that all…
To strangers he was cold and reserved; but where he was intimate, no man indulged to more pleasantry and good humour.
As it is in my power, as far as my testimony will be regarded, to refute this charge, I think it due to our friendship to do it.
Other voices in this conversation
