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Mentioned in 28 episodes

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Quanah Parker and the Rise and Fall of the Comanches, the Most Powerful Indian Tribe in American History

Book • 2011

This book spans two astonishing stories.

The first traces the rise and fall of the Comanches, who were the most powerful Indian tribe in American history, known for their exceptional horsemanship and warfare skills.

The second story follows the remarkable narrative of Cynthia Ann Parker, a pioneer woman kidnapped by the Comanches in 1836, and her mixed-blood son Quanah, who became the last and greatest chief of the Comanches.

The book covers a sweeping narrative that includes Spanish colonialism, the Civil War, the destruction of the buffalo herds, and the arrival of the railroads, providing a historical feast for anyone interested in the development of the United States.

Mentioned by

Alexander Cortes

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Mentioned in 28 episodes

Mentioned by

Joe Rogan

as an incredible book about the settling of an area and the Comanche.

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Mentioned by

Joe Rogan

as an amazing book about the Comanches.

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Recommended by

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Mentioned by

Ryan Holiday

and

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, discussing Gwynne's writing style and historical accuracy.

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Mentioned by

Sam Parr

as a book about the Comanche Indians and Texas Rangers.

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Mentioned by

Joe Rogan

as a fantastic and gripping book about the Comanches.

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Recommended by

LTC Nathan Jennings

as his all-time favorite book, appreciating its writing style and relevance to his research area.

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Mentioned by

Julian Dorey

and

Mark Gagnon

, with a discussion of its similarity to a movie adaptation.

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Mentioned by

David Senra

as a book about the history of the American West from the Comanche perspective.

Mentioned by

Sam Parr

as a book about the Comanche Indians and their conflicts with Texans.

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Mentioned by

Sam Hinkie

as a book about tech transfer and adoption curves, resonating with his views on innovation.

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Mentioned by

Tom Bilyeu

when discussing the Camachas tribe's resistance to the conquistadors.

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Mentioned by John Deloney while discussing the collaborative nature of ancient tribes.

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Mentioned by

Joe Rogan

when discussing the history of Texas and the Comanches.

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Mentioned by

Tom Bilyeu

as a book describing the Comanches' effective, yet brutal, fighting strategies.

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Mentioned by

Joe Rogan

as one of the best books he's ever read.

#1965 - David Choe

Recommended by

Joe Rogan

as a fascinating book about the Comanches.

#1415 - Bari Weiss

Recommended by

Will Bulsiewicz

as a fascinating nonfiction book.

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Mentioned by

Joe Rogan

when discussing books that provide a deeper understanding of Native American cultures.

#2150 - Greg Overton

Mentioned by

Alexander Cortes

as a fascinating book about the Kamanche tribe and the history of the United States.

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