The Life of Isaac Ingalls Stevens, Volume 2 (of 2)

The Life of Isaac Ingalls Stevens, Volume 2, authored by Hazard Stevens and published in the late 19th century, is a detailed biography that chronicles the life and political career of Isaac Ingalls Stevens, focusing on his role as governor of Washington Territory. The book highlights his negotiations with Native American tribes, particularly during the Chehalis Council, where he sought to establish treaties amid rising tensions between settlers and Indigenous communities. This work is notable for its firsthand accounts and insights into Stevens' efforts to maintain peace during a period of significant cultural conflict and change in the Pacific Northwest.