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Drawing on extensive research and the Native American oral tradition, this biography details Crazy Horse’s rise from a young boy to a celebrated commander. It explores his visionary drive, loyalty to his people, and the personal sacrifices he made, including the loss of a cherished love. The book offers insight into his role as a strategic genius and the challenges he faced in preserving the Lakota homeland.
First publish date: 2004
Genre: Biography & Autobiography/Biography
Authors: Marshall, Joseph
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