Carlos Montezuma, M.D.: A Yavapai American Hero--The Life and Times of an American Indian, 1866-1923 [Hardcover]

Leon Speroff (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: August 1, 2003

Impeccably researched and rich in detail, Carlos Montezuma, M.D. documents the life of one of the first Native American medical doctors. Taken from his family as a boy by Pima Indian warriors and sold to an itinerant Italian photographer, Montezuma found himself deposited into vastly foreign surroundings at a very young age. In late nineteenth-century Chicago, he was presented with opportunities, both educational and social, that had previously been unavailable to his people. Leon Speroff paints a full and well-rounded picture of the life and times of this remarkable man.

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...a product of the same enthusiasm, dedication as his medical writing. Look for this historical narrative about a remarkable man. -- Contemporary OB/GYN - May 2003

About the Author

Leon Speroff is Professor of Obstetrics and Gynecology at Oregon Health & Science University. He is known worldwide for his textbook, Clinical Gynecologic Endocrinology and Infertility, which has been translated into many languages and is now in its 7th edition. Dr. Speroff grew up in Ohio, and he continues to root for the Cleveland sports teams. He lives in a rural area outside of Portland, Oregon, with his wife Sen and their two daughters, Sevda and Elena. When not writing or teaching, Dr. Speroff can be found riding his tractor or flyfishing. His most recent book, the Deschutes River Railroad War, also published by Arnica Publishing, Inc. is now in its second printing.

Product Details

• Hardcover: 558 pages
• Publisher: Arnica Publishing; 1st ed edition (August 1, 2003)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0972653546
• ISBN-13: 978-0972653541
• Product Dimensions: 9.1 x 7.5 x 1.7 inches
• Shipping Weight: 2.6 pounds
• Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (7 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #825,870 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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1 of 1 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars An Educational Read, August 13, 2003

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This review is from: Carlos Montezuma, M.D.: A Yavapai American Hero--The Life and Times of an American Indian, 1866-1923 (Hardcover)

The story of Carlos reveals the tribulations faced by the American Indian and gives an enlightening look at medicine during the turn of the century. This book is objective, well-writen and gives a fresh perspective to our history.

1 of 1 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Outstanding Read!, July 1, 2003

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This review is from: Carlos Montezuma, M.D.: A Yavapai American Hero--The Life and Times of an American Indian, 1866-1923 (Hardcover)

I must say this book is one of the best reads in years! Not only is it well written and well researched it in very interesting!

2 of 3 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars History every American citizen should know, September 13, 2003

By A Customer

This review is from: Carlos Montezuma, M.D.: A Yavapai American Hero--The Life and Times of an American Indian, 1866-1923 (Hardcover)

This passionately written book relates the story of an amazing man whose life existed in two cultures: one Americans label as native/indigenous, the other as cultured/civilized. The circumstances of Montezuma's life placed him in a position few had at that time to help bridge the gap. The rich and well researched detail in this book gives the reader insite into a time and subject in American history about which we all ought to be more informed. The love story that unfolds, the great old photographs, maps, and printed documents that enhance the text, and the quotes from Montezuma's own colorful, often poetic writing make him real and this book a must-read.