Publisher's Synopsis
Spirit Fire: A Story of the Petun Indians is a historical fiction novel written by Lereine Ballantyne. The book is set in the 16th century and follows the story of a young Petun Indian boy named Kwa. Kwa is a member of the Petun tribe, a group of indigenous people who lived in what is now modern-day Ontario, Canada. The story begins with Kwa's childhood and his experiences growing up in the Petun village. Kwa is a curious and adventurous boy who loves exploring the forest and learning about the natural world around him. As he grows older, Kwa becomes more interested in the spiritual beliefs of his people and the powerful spirits that they worship.However, Kwa's peaceful life is disrupted when a group of French explorers arrive in the Petun village. The French are seeking to establish trade relations with the Petun people, but their arrival also brings conflict and tension to the village. Kwa finds himself caught in the middle of this conflict as he tries to navigate the changing dynamics of his community.Throughout the novel, Kwa's journey is intertwined with the spiritual beliefs and practices of the Petun people. The book explores themes of cultural identity, spirituality, and the clash between different cultures. Overall, Spirit Fire: A Story of the Petun Indians is a captivating and informative novel that offers readers a glimpse into the rich history and culture of the Petun people.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.
