by James E. Seaver

A Narrative of the Life of Mrs. Mary Jemison is a 19th century work by author James E. Seaver. Seaver's book on the life of Mary Jemison is considered by many history scholars to be one of the most accurate accounts of her life. A Narrative of the Life of Mrs. Mary Jemison is best defined as a captivity narrative, and largely focuses on Jemison's time as a young girl who was sold to two Seneca indians. This non-fiction work is highly recommended for those who are interested in native american history and for those who enjoy the writings of author James E. Seaver.