There was no religious ceremony connected with marriage among us, while on the other hand the relation between man and woman was regarded as in itself mysterious and holy.

Eastman's many jobs failure to provide financially for the family and absences on the lecture circuit put increasing strain on the couple. Red Hunters and Animal People legends; Harper and Brothers 1904. This was a way to share his life and use her literary talents; he publiCharles Eastmand nothing after they separated.

He also helped found the Boy Scouts of America. He is considered the first Native American author to write American history from the Native point of view.