Court of the Damned: Being a Factual Story of the Court of Isaac C. Parker and the Life and Times of the Indian Territory and Old Fort Smit

Court of the Damned is a non-fiction book that tells the true story of the Court of Isaac C. Parker and the life and times of the Indian Territory and Old Fort Smith. Written by J. Gladston Emery, the book provides a detailed and factual account of the court's proceedings and the people involved in it. The book covers the period from 1875 to 1896, during which Parker served as the federal judge of the Western District of Arkansas, which included the Indian Territory. The book explores the challenges faced by Parker and his court in trying to bring justice to a lawless and violent region. It also delves into the history of the Indian Territory and Old Fort Smith, including the conflicts between the Native American tribes and the settlers. The book is a fascinating and informative read for anyone interested in the history of the American West, the court system, and the struggles of the people who lived in this turbulent era.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.