5 out of 5 stars *****
| I relish this transportation back to the 1800's to view and contemplate our nation's recent history. The collaboration of O'Reilly and Dugard produces another interesting portrayal of events based on expert investigation and actual documents by government and individual citizens. The writing style places me in Indian Territories with maps that orient my adventure. The tension of clashing cultures raises moral and ethical questions that are passionately displayed on both sides, Indians versus Predominantly white settlers. Mexico is another player in this actual drama but it is not as aggressive as the New World's latest inhabitants, Americans expanding their horizons to live a better life. Unfortunately, expansion comes at a price that affects everyone it touches. These chapters depict hardship and sorrow that trace their path from injustice, strife, and revenge. Through it all, good and bad, indominable courage rises in many to meet harsh challenges and overcome crushing obstacles. These people live in infamy, now, because of historians who dedicate their work to be as close to the truth as possible. Such is Killing Crazy Horse: The Merciless Indian Wars in America. |
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