Deerfoot in The Mountains

"Deerfoot in The Mountains" by Edward Sylvester Ellis is a frontier tale about Deerfoot, a Shawanoe youth, and his companions, George and Victor Shelton, as they embark on an exciting expedition across America. The story centers around themes of courage and friendship, while also showing the tensions between Native Americans and settlers. Setting out from the Ohio River with the Pacific Coast as their target, the three friends pause at the ocean's edge, where they consider their cultures and the fate of their land. The return journey upriver brings demanding situations that test their bond. With hints of trouble ahead and Deerfoot's loyalty to his horse, the book promises an action-packed experience.