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Lone Bull's Mistake: A Lodge Pole Chief Story

James Willard Schultz
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Lone Bull's Mistake: A Lodge Pole Chief Story

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2016

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James Willard Schultz

Lone Bull's Mistake: A Lodge Pole Chief Story

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2016
Book Details
Pages

90

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Montana • Late 19th century

Publication Year

2016

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

12-18 years

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Lone Bull's Mistake: A Lodge Pole Chief Story by James Willard Schultz follows Lone Bull, a young Blackfoot individual, navigating cultural challenges and growth within their community. Through personal trials and interactions with family and peers, Lone Bull learns valuable lessons about responsibility, identity, and leadership. This narrative explores individual development against the backdrop of indigenous traditions and change.

Adventurous

Suspenseful

Mysterious

Emotional

Nostalgic

Reviews & Readership

4.4

735 ratings

84%

Loved it

14%

Mixed feelings

3%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

Lone Bull's Mistake: A Lodge Pole Chief Story by James Willard Schultz is praised for its vivid depiction of Native American life and rich cultural details, captivating readers with its storytelling. However, some reviews note that the portrayal can be dated, reflecting the era's perspectives. Overall, the book is regarded as an engaging, if historically contextual, read.

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Who Should Read Lone Bull's Mistake: A Lodge Pole Chief Story?

Readers who enjoy Lone Bull's Mistake: A Lodge Pole Chief Story by James Willard Schultz are likely interested in historical and cultural narratives of Native American life. Similar audiences appreciate books like Bury My Heart at Wounded Knee by Dee Brown or Black Elk Speaks by John G. Neihardt.

4.4

735 ratings

84%

Loved it

14%

Mixed feelings

3%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

90

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Montana • Late 19th century

Publication Year

2016

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

12-18 years

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