Red Cloud, the Solitary Sioux: A Story of the Great Prairie

"Red Cloud, the Solitary Sioux: A Story of the Great Prairie" by William Francis Butler is a tale set in the wild west, recounting the exploits of a young man who abandons his peaceful youth, to journey into the rough American frontier. The book examines topics around discovery, the trials of life, and the challenges faced by Native Americans as settlers expanded westward. It launches with the main character in a comforting childhood setting, building connections through the scenic descriptions of his home, which leads to his need for adventure, and ultimately a journey into unexplored lands accompanied by his steadfast friend, as they meet the isolated Sioux warrior, Red Cloud.