Wi Sapa, Black Moon: The Story Of A Sioux Indian Boy

By Lyla Hoffine

Book Overview

""Wi Sapa, Black Moon: The Story Of A Sioux Indian Boy"" is a book written by Lyla Hoffine that tells the story of a young Sioux Indian boy named Wi Sapa. The book is set in the late 1800s and follows Wi Sapa's life as he grows up on the Great Plains of the United States. The story begins with Wi Sapa as a young child, living with his family in a traditional Sioux village. The author describes the customs and way of life of the Sioux people, including their beliefs, traditions, and daily routines.As Wi Sapa grows older, he becomes more aware of the changes happening around him. The arrival of white settlers and soldiers on the Great Plains brings conflict and tension to the Sioux way of life. Wi Sapa witnesses the destruction of his village and the forced relocation of his people to a reservation. The author describes the hardships and struggles that the Sioux people faced during this time, including disease, starvation, and cultural suppression.Despite the challenges, Wi Sapa remains resilient and determined to preserve his culture and traditions. He becomes a skilled hunter and warrior, and eventually becomes a respected leader within his tribe. The book ends with Wi Sapa reflecting on his life and the changes that have occurred, both within himself and within his tribe.Overall, ""Wi Sapa, Black Moon: The Story Of A Sioux Indian Boy"" is a powerful and moving account of the struggles and triumphs of the Sioux people during a period of immense change and upheaval in American history. It offers a unique perspective on the history of the Great Plains and the experiences of Native American communities during this time.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.

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1164482300
• ISBN13: 9781164482307
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 176 Pages
• Weight: 0.95 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.6" x 6.0" x 9.0"