Chronicles the life of nineteenth-century African-American mountain man James Beckwourth, describing his years as a wilderness guide and trapper; his decade living with the Crow Nation, during which he became a chief; and his experiences as a scout for the U.S. Army, including the Sand Creek Massacre of 1864.
Content Note
Into the howling wilderness -- Trappers and storytellers -- Green River rendezous -- Chief of the Absaroke -- War, peace, and smallpox -- Renown in the swamplands -- Trader, horse thief, and scout -- Here is your kingdom -- A polished gentleman -- The Sand Creek Massacre.