Journey of Crazy Horse : A Lakota History

English

ISBN: 0143036211

EAN: 9780143036210

Category: Social Science / Ethnic Studies / Native American Studies/History / United States / State & Local / West (Ak, Ca, Co, Hi, Id, Mt, Nv, Ut, Wy)/Biography & Autobiography / Native Americans/History / Native American/

Publisher: Penguin Group (USA) Incorporated

Release Date: 09/27/2005

Age Range: 18-UP

Synopsis: Drawing on vivid oral histories, Joseph M. Marshalls intimate biography introduces a never-before-seen portrait of Crazy Horse and his Lakota community Most of the world remembers Crazy Horse as a peerless warrior who brought the U.S. Army to its knees at the Battle of Little Bighorn. But to his fellow Lakota Indians, he was a dutiful son and humble fighting man who-with valor, spirit, respect, and unparalleled leadership-fought for his peoples land, livelihood, and honor. In this fascinating biography, Joseph M. Marshall, himself a Lakota Indian, creates a vibrant portrait of the man, his times, and his legacy. Thanks to firsthand research and his cultures rich oral tradition (rarely shared outside the Native American community), Marshall reveals many aspects of Crazy Horses life, including details of the powerful vision that convinced him of his duty to help preserve the Lakota homeland-a vision that changed the course of Crazy Horses life and spurred him confidently into battle time and time again. The Journey of Crazy Horseis the true story of how one mans fight for his peoples survival roused his true genius as a strategist, commander, and trusted leader. And it is an unforgettable portrayal of a revered human being and a profound celebration of a culture, a community, and an enduring way of life.

Journey of Crazy Horse : A Lakota History

Illustrated: No

Format: UK-B Format Paperback

Height: 0.6 inches

Width: 5.1 inches

Length: 7.84 inches

Weight: 8.01 oz

Pages: 336