Wild Sonnet: The Story of Jane Johnston Schoolcraft

By T Gabriel

Meet Jane Johnston Schoolcraft, the first Native American woman to publish her poetry and stories in English. Born in Michigan in 1800, Jane was a woman of mixed heritage, with a Scots-Irish fur trader for a father and an Ojibwe mother. Known by her Ojibwe name, Bamewawagezhikaquay, which translates to "Woman of the Sound the Stars Make Rushing Through the Sky," Jane faced many challenges in a rapidly changing world. However, her passion for writing allowed her to express her love for her family, her community, and the natural world. Join us on a fascinating journey back in time as we explore the remarkable life of Jane Johnston Schoolcraft and her important role in American literary history.

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: B0BHXSLF4C
• ISBN13: 9798886580099
• Release Date: August 2022
• Publisher: Little Cottage Press LLC
• Length: 48 Pages
• Weight: 1.00 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.3" x 11.0" x 8.5"