Tecumseh: A Chronicle of the Last Great Leader of His People Vol. 17 of Chronicles of Canada

"Tecumseh: A Chronicle of the Last Great Leader of His People" by Ethel T. Raymond is a story about the life and times of Tecumseh, a Shawnee chief who fought to unite Native American tribes against the arrival of the Europeans in the early 1800's. The story begins by setting the scene of Tecumseh's upbringing, highlighting his heritage and the challenges his tribe faced because of expanding American settlements, and describing his training in war and leadership. Readers discover Tecumseh's deep connections with his mother and sister, his rising ambitions, and the traditions that molded him, ultimately setting the stage for his role as a significant leader in resisting colonial rule.