Old Bear-Paw, the trapper king; or, The love of a Blackfoot queen

"Old Bear-Paw, the Trapper King; or, The Love of a Blackfoot Queen" by Henry M. Avery is a late 19th-century historical novel that plunges into the thrilling life of Lew Kelly, a scout and trapper seeking gold and game in the Black Hills, while also getting caught up in a conflict with the Blackfoot Nation. A major part of the story is the love and loyalty between Lew and Snowdrop, a Blackfoot chief's daughter. The story begins with Lew and Jehiel scouting for resources when they find out Snowdrop has been captured by the Sioux. Tensions grow quickly when Gray Eagle, an Indian chief, appears with a broken leg from a past fight, and Kelly's vow to save Snowdrop turns into a dangerous but also rewarding journey. The narrative sets a tone of adventure, love, and the tough realities of frontier life, raising the stakes as the characters prepare for larger battles ahead.