The Great Chieftain

by Charles Alexander Eastman

Book Overview

The Great Chieftain is a book written by Charles Eastman that tells the story of the life of the famous Oglala Sioux chief, Red Cloud. The book is a biography that covers Red Cloud's life from his birth in 1822 to his death in 1909. It is a detailed account of the chief's life, including his early years, his rise to power, and his role in the conflicts between the Sioux and the US government.The book provides a fascinating insight into the life of Red Cloud, who was one of the most important Native American leaders of the 19th century. It explores his relationships with other Sioux leaders and with the US government, as well as his efforts to preserve the culture and traditions of his people.The Great Chieftain is a well-researched and engaging book that offers a unique perspective on the history of the American West. It is a must-read for anyone interested in Native American history or the history of the American West.THIS 22 PAGE ARTICLE WAS EXTRACTED FROM THE BOOK: Under the Sunset: Harper's Novelettes, by Charles Eastman. To purchase the entire book, please order ISBN 1419165313.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.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1425471277
• ISBN13: 9781425471279
• Release Date: December 2005
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 48 Pages
• Weight: 0.29 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.1" x 8.3" x 11.0"