Publisher's Synopsis
The Last of the Chiefs is a historical fiction novel written by Joseph A. Altsheler. The book is set during the Great Sioux War of 1876 and follows the story of a young man named Henry Ware. Henry is a frontiersman and a scout who is hired by the US Army to help them fight against the Sioux Indians. As Henry becomes more involved in the war, he begins to question the motives of the Army and their treatment of the Sioux. He develops a deep respect for the Sioux leader, Sitting Bull, and becomes determined to help him and his people. The Last of the Chiefs is a thrilling tale of adventure, loyalty, and betrayal set against the backdrop of one of the most significant conflicts in American history. It explores themes of cultural differences, prejudice, and the consequences of war. The book is a gripping page-turner that will keep readers on the edge of their seats until the very end.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.
