The white men do not scalp the head; but they do worse—they poison the heart.
Dee Brown – Bury My Heart at Wounded Knee
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“Bury My Heart at Wounded Knee” by Dee Brown is a powerful and poignant account of the systematic destruction of Native American tribes in the United States during the late 19th century. Through meticulous research and compelling storytelling, Brown chronicles the devastating impact of U.S. government policies, military actions, and settler encroachment on Indigenous peoples across the American West. The book focuses on key historical events such as the Trail of Tears, the Sand Creek Massacre, and the Battle of Little Bighorn, offering a stark portrayal of broken treaties, cultural suppression, and the profound human cost of westward expansion. Brown’s narrative emphasizes the resilience and resistance of Native American leaders and communities, challenging traditional narratives of Manifest Destiny and highlighting the ongoing struggle for justice and recognition of Indigenous rights.