This book provides a detailed account of the life of the notable Lakota Sioux leader Sitting Bull, and the Indian War of 1890-91 in which he played a pivotal role. Johnson's work is a fascinating exploration of Sitting Bull's background, how he rose to prominence among his people, the war itself, and the factors that led to his eventual death. Drawing on a wide range of primary sources, this book is an essential read for anyone interested in the history of the American West and the struggles of its native peoples.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.