49 pages • 1 hour read
Dee BrownBury My Heart At Wounded Knee: An Indian History of the American West
Nonfiction | Book | Adult | Published in 1970A modern alternative to SparkNotes and CliffsNotes, SuperSummary offers high-quality Study Guides with detailed chapter summaries and analysis of major themes, characters, and more.
Before You Read
Super Short Summary
Bury My Heart at Wounded Knee by Dee Brown details the United States government’s interactions with Native American nations in the Great Plains, Rocky Mountains, and West Coast from 1860 to 1890, presenting its narrative from the perspective of Native American peoples and using primary sources to recount their experiences of dispossession and resistance. The book includes references to warfare, discrimination, and genocide.
Reviews & Readership
Review Roundup
Dee Brown's Bury My Heart At Wounded Knee offers a compelling and meticulously researched narrative of the systemic injustices faced by Native Americans in the late 19th century. Praised for its comprehensive and empathetic portrayal, critics note the dense historical detail may overwhelm casual readers. Overall, it remains a poignant and impactful historical account.
Who Should Read Bury My Heart At Wounded Knee?
Readers who appreciate Dee Brown's Bury My Heart at Wounded Knee are generally interested in American history, indigenous cultures, and social justice. They may also enjoy Howard Zinn's A People's History of the United States or Charles C. Mann's 1491: New Revelations of the Americas Before Columbus.
RecommendedReading Age
15+yearsLexile Level
1160LBook Details
History: U.S.
Military / War
Race / Racism
Values/Ideas: Win & Lose
Values/Ideas: Power & Greed
Values/Ideas: Loyalty & Betrayal
Classic Fiction