Against the Stream: How Manuel Lisa and Big Elk Survived the Floods of Change - Softcover

Peck, Dr Scott J

 
9798218672447: Against the Stream: How Manuel Lisa and Big Elk Survived the Floods of Change
Softcover
ISBN 13: 9798218672447
Verlag: Community Rediscovery Books, 2025

Inhaltsangabe

Against the Stream: How Manuel Lisa and Big Elk Survived the Floods of Change is a gripping true story from American history, weaving together the lives of Big Elk, Chief of the Omaha tribe, and Manuel Lisa, a determined trapper navigating an uncharted frontier. As Big Elk confronts devastating plagues, conflicts with rival tribes, and the enigmatic arrival of newcomers, his people face an uncertain future. Enter Manuel Lisa, a man driven to carve out a fortune in the new American wilderness, who brings both opportunity and warnings of transformative change. Through an unlikely alliance, Big Elk and Lisa forge a bond of friendship, family, and cooperation that ensures their survival and plays a pivotal role in America’s victory in the War of 1812. Yet, this triumph comes at a cost for the Omaha tribe, raising profound questions about the price of their sacrifices. This untold narrative celebrates the resilience, collaboration, and diverse contributions of individuals striving to protect their people amid a torrent of change.

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Verlag
Community Rediscovery Books
Erscheinungsdatum
2025
Sprache
Englisch
ISBN 13 
9798218672447
Einband
Taschenbuch
Anzahl der Seiten
63
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