Description
Author Peter Matthiessen
Publisher Penguin First printing 1992
Format paperback
Condition unread like new condition, protected in a plastic sleeve
Summary
Examines the fatal confrontation between Native Americans and FBI agents at Wounded Knee in 1975 that led to the conviction of Indian leader Leonard Peltier
New condition beautiful copy
Peter Matthiessen's In the Spirit of Crazy Horse offers a profound and meticulously researched account of the events surrounding the 1975 shootout on the Pine Ridge Reservation, which resulted in the deaths of two FBI agents and led to the controversial conviction of American Indian Movement (AIM) activist Leonard Peltier. Matthiessen delves deeply into the historical and socio-political context of the Lakota Sioux's struggle, shedding light on systemic injustices faced by Native Americans. Through comprehensive interviews and thorough documentation, the narrative challenges readers to confront unsettling truths about governmental actions and the enduring fight for indigenous rights. This compelling work not only recounts a specific incident but also serves as a broader commentary on civil rights and the complexities of justice in America