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This was a difficult book because the ending is well known and tragic. Black Elk describes growing up as a Lakota while the US government was stealing more and more land. He shares the sacred vision given to him as a young man, his efforts to understand his vision and bring it to life, and how the massacre at Wounded Knee ended his fight. 300 murdered, many women and children.

An important read.

“There can never be peace between nations until there is first known that true peace which is within the souls of men. “– Black Elk

This Sioux peace pipe was a gift from my brother 🖤

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Some books appeared on the free book table at work this afternoon #BookHaul

Of all the presents I received from my dad on Christmas, this was the one I was most excited about. It is a children‘s book that tells the life story of Sitting Bull. My dad was so upset that he accidentally bought me a children‘s book, but this was the perfect way to peak my interest into a new reading subject. The book is stunning, with photographs and drawings covering each page. And it was written in a wonderfully beautiful and engaging way.

OK historical narrative but I expected it to be more interesting. She met some kind people among them.

Starting this short account of a woman's captivity by the Sioux [Dakota or other] right after the Indian troubles in Minnesota in 1862.

This books follows members of the Sioux on a North Dakota reservation. It starts in the 1980s going back to the 1800s. It‘s a story about family, love and tradition.
I highly recommend it.

Beautiful book about the illustrious life of Zitkala-Sa.
So much information packed into this picture book, enhanced by the delicious and warm-hearted art of Gina Capaldi.

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Difficult to categorize - a white man gets a call to come visit with an Indian elder and help him write a book of his observations. It's fascinating, frustrating and meaningful. Worth picking up for sure.

This one is tough. I couldn‘t power through it quickly like I usually do, as it was a slow burn. The end had me crying and cursing my high school (lack of) education. It was barbaric and sad and quiet and powerful. I never want to read it again.
⭐️: 3.75/5