Osage Quote by David Grann
““It was getting so that you could not bury an Osage Indian at a cost of under $6,000”—a sum that, adjusted for inflation, is the equivalent of nearly $80,000 today. The””
About This Quote
Source Book: The Devil’s Highway by David Grann, 2018
The passage highlights the extreme cost of burying an Osage Indian, reflecting historic exploitation and economic injustice.
In simple terms: Historical exploitation made burial costs exorbitant.
Key Takeaway
Acknowledge past injustices and their lasting impact.
Themes
history
injustice
economics
indigenous rights
Mood
reflective
somber
Type
historical
educational
When to use this quote
- historical research
- museum curation
- policy reform
- educational curricula
Key Concepts
colonial exploitation
economic disparity
Questions to Reflect On
- What does this cost reveal about power?
- How can we address historical wrongs today?
A Different Perspective
Limited context may obscure broader systemic issues.
