Red Cloud, The Solitary Sioux: A Story Of The Great Prairie (1882)

Red Cloud, The Solitary Sioux: A Story Of The Great Prairie is a historical novel written by William Francis Butler and published in 1882. The book tells the story of Red Cloud, a Sioux chief who led his people in a war against the United States government in the 1860s and 1870s. The novel is set in the Great Plains region of the United States, where Red Cloud and his people lived. The story follows Red Cloud's life from his childhood to his rise as a powerful leader of the Sioux tribe. It also explores the conflicts between the Sioux and the US government, as the latter attempted to expand westward and encroach on Sioux territory.The book is based on historical events and is written in a style that reflects the time period in which it was written. It provides a detailed account of the Sioux way of life, including their customs, beliefs, and traditions. The novel also features descriptions of the landscape and wildlife of the Great Plains, which adds to the book's immersive quality.Overall, Red Cloud, The Solitary Sioux: A Story Of The Great Prairie is a compelling historical novel that provides a fascinating insight into the life of a prominent Sioux chief and the struggles of his people during a tumultuous time in American history.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.