Spotted Tail - by David Heska Wanbli Weiden & Pat Kinsella (Hardcover)

About the Book

This biography of Spotted Tail traces the life of the famous Lakota leader who expertly guided his people through a pivotal and tumultuous time in their nation's history as they fought and then negotiated with the U.S. government. Spotted Tail is remembered for his unique leadership style and deep love for his people. Today, a university is named in his honor.

Book Synopsis

Named as one of the best books of 2019 by American Indians in Children's Literature, this biography of Spotted Tail traces the life of the famous Lakota leader who expertly guided his people through a pivotal and tumultuous time in their nation's history as they fought and then negotiated with the U.S. government. Spotted Tail is remembered for his unique leadership style and deep love for his people. Today a university is named in his honor.

Review Quotes

"A real strength of the book is the way Weiden connects certain aspects of Spotted Tail's life with ongoing issues for Native people -- such as the Lakota people's efforts to keep/recover the Black Hills." -- Dr Debbie Reese/Posted by Jean Mendoza "AICL (American Indians in Children's Literature)"

"Throughout this detailed biography of Spotted Tail (1823-1881), debut author Weiden links conflicts from the Lakota warrior and mediator's time to the present day. Mixed-media artwork combines crisp photographs of Native land with art by Yellowhawk, including portraits and battle scenes done in the style of earlier Native art." -- PW (Publisher's Weekly) "PW (Publisher's Weekly)"