An amazing man and story. It is a sad history we share in America and our treatment of our native peoples.

Good story. Reader not so great.

Bad reader, sorry!

Geronimo was so misrepresented in history textbooks as I was growing up in school and reading American History in the 80's and 90's. So I am really happy I was able to find this book and hear from him, in his own words about his life. About 30 years ago now, (ouch ) I had gone out to Mesa Arizona for my Grandmother's birthday and after the festivities were all done, had a few days left to explore before heading back home. I remember going to Casa Grande and just Feeling that there was something bigger that happened here than what that historical plaque said. Seriously though, the only thing that could have made this free recording better, was if the person reading it, didn't read it as if it was a textbook. This man led such an interesting and incredible life! He survived so much heart break, more than I know I could survive. Can you imagine going on a hunt and coming back to find that your entire camp has been burned and all the women and children that weren't lucky enough to escape, were not only murdered, but mutilated and beaten and to lose every member of your family? To have that read as if it was nothing more than a textbook did another terrible injustice to him and his tribe. This book explained how he understood the treaty that he agreed to and then his request for freedom after 20 years of imprisonment. Just another example of how the English settlers came in and took what they wanted, didn't matter that there were people who were here for thousands of years before them.

Interesting book terrible narrator

Good listening puts his world into perspective

Well worth the time. Enlightening and informative

enjoyable and informative

much more interesting than thought it would be

Read like reference material.

I found this book enlightening. A simple straightforward telling of another culture and the trials of integration between cultures.

What a great warrior.

Truly wish Geronimo had offered or had more detailed report of his life and times. For as much as anyone can tell the tale I believe he would be the most honests reporter of the events and times that gave them birth. Today Bill Clinton say he knows not ta about cocaine sales and government persons playing at being lawful agents. Or Bush winning the election. I would trust and believe the Indian over any western reporting then and especially now the all media is owned and owned by corporate monied interests. This is and has to be by its format short.

I love

Not a proud era of US history, told from the perspective of loss.

This was a real gem and so glad I listened. I don’t understand why some complain about the narrator, but I felt she was fine and did a good job. The story overall illustrates how bloody, violent, and antithetical the Wild West was to the current romanticized view. okay hen you hear Geronimo retell his exploits and how wantonly they killed and robbed people, it is then understandable how soldiers then came. Anyhow, required reading to understand just how recently America was wild and not very romantic

Love how it was mainly all in his words. Geronimo allow us to have a glimpse into his world and that of his people, all for which I humbly am grateful.

Very interesting a lot of historical information. Sad story concerning his life.

Thoroughly enjoyed it!

Narration was ok, it’s not an easy job. That said there were some interesting incorrect pronunciations. I did listen to the entire reading and liked the content.

good story. Narration ruined it. Sorry. I just had to quit

I really didn't care for this.

It is a pleasure to come to know him by his own full yet few words. That Geronimo was a man of his time. and his place in history. Geronimo's time on earth produces his nature and is shown in his deeds and seems could not be anything other...Geronimo was made a chief by his equals and truly earned the position as a listener listens to his life story. Hearing his tale gives meaning the term wild west.

Enjoyed listening to his life story

I am thankful to have listened to Geronimo’s life story. A great deal of the story was his accounts of fighting with the Mexicans. It got to be monotonous after awhile. I wish he had talked more about his customs, tribal experiences and way of life.

Sad story. Liked learning new facts.

I thought this was a great book especially since it was Geronimo's own story. Adding in letters and perspectives from other people that experienced some of the same events was an added bonus. The reader was above average for a volunteer and I do appreciate people that take the time to record these great books. I did cringe each time she pronounced "Washington" as "Warshington".

Finished listening to Geronimo’s autobiography today. Found amazing the Apache version of the Creation story and the religious significance of their ceremonies. Tragic accounts of personal and societal loss at the hands of Mexican and American armies. Sad betrayals of peace treaties with U.S government. Heroic tales of his days on the war path and fascinating insights into both Apache culture and the white man’s culture. Highly recommend if you are interested in any of those topics.

Very interesting! Very descriptive.

Informative book

I was fascinated to learn more about Geronimo, and enjoyed his informative autobiographical telling. This recording was annoying, tho, because of the very monotonous and long intro (that I finally skipped over in order to just hear the book). Then at every main chapter break, there was the same annoying recitation about who produced the recording. It made the listening experience unpleasant, tho the book itself was good. Needed a better reader too.

Good story, good reader. Something we all need to know...