Plz ! read this excerpt from part vi: "in the autumn of 1874, the kiowas were driven southward towards the staked plains. columns of troops were converging upon them from all sides, and they were bone-weary and afraid." how does the historical voice add to the meaning of the book? t is momaday's personal account of the events. it demonstrates the beliefs and religion of the kiowa. it adds a factual element that brings validity to the writing. it provides a personal reflection on the events.