The bestselling author of "Mayflower" sheds new light on one of the iconic stories of the American West, reminding readers that the Battle of the Little Bighorn was also, even in victory, the last stand for the Sioux and Cheyenne Indian nations.

Sitting Bull (c. 1831–1890) was one of the greatest Lakota/Sioux warriors and chiefs who ever lived. From Sitting Bull's childhood-killing his first buffalo at age 10-to being named war chief to leading his people against the U.S. Army, Sitting Bull: Lakota Warrior and Defender of His People brings the story of the great chief to light. Sitting Bull was instrumental in the war against the invasive wasichus (white men) and was at the forefront of...

No one knew the boy they called "Jumping Badger" would grow to become a great leader. Born on the banks of the Yellowstone River, Sitting Bull, as he was later called, was tribal chief and holy man of the Lakota Sioux tribe in a time of fierce conflict with the United States. As the government seized Native American lands, Sitting Bull relied on his military cunning and strong spirituality to drive forces out of his territory and ensure a future homeland...

Describes the life of the Sioux chief, Sitting Bull, who led his people against the United States government troops and fought long and hard to protect their ways of life.

A biography of the Sioux chief who worked to maintain the rights of Native American people and who led the defeat of General Custer at the Little Big Horn in 1876.

Explores the life of the Lakota leader, Sitting Bull, including the battles in which he fought, his surrender and death. Includes activities, sidebars, a map, and a chronology.

A simple biography of the Souix chief who worked to maintain the rights of Native American people and who led the defeat of General Custer at the Little Big Horn in 1876.

North American Indians of Achievement. Includes bibliographical references and index.

"Historic images and easy-to-read text take readers into the life of Sitting Bull, who became known as a fearless leader. Zoom in even deeper with quick stats, a timeline, and bolded glossary terms"--Publisher's website.