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The Journey of Crazy Horse: A Lakota History
Written by Joseph Marshall
Narrated by Joseph Marshall
Rating: 4.5 out of 5 stars
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Most of the world remembers Crazy Horse as a peerless warrior who brought the U.S. Army to its knees at the Battle of Little Bighorn. But to his fellow Lakota Indians, he was a dutiful son and humble fighting man who-with valor, spirit, respect, and unparalleled leadership-fought for his people's land, livelihood, and honor. In this fascinating biography, Joseph M. Marshall, himself a Lakota Indian, creates a vibrant portrait of the man, his times, and his legacy.
Thanks to firsthand research and his culture's rich oral tradition (rarely shared outside the Native American community), Marshall reveals many aspects of Crazy Horse's life, including details of the powerful vision that convinced him of his duty to help preserve the Lakota homeland-a vision that changed the course of Crazy Horse's life and spurred him confidently into battle time and time again.
The Journey of Crazy Horse is the true story of how one man's fight for his people's survival roused his true genius as a strategist, commander, and trusted leader. And it is an unforgettable portrayal of a revered human being and a profound celebration of a culture, a community, and an enduring way of life.
Thanks to firsthand research and his culture's rich oral tradition (rarely shared outside the Native American community), Marshall reveals many aspects of Crazy Horse's life, including details of the powerful vision that convinced him of his duty to help preserve the Lakota homeland-a vision that changed the course of Crazy Horse's life and spurred him confidently into battle time and time again.
The Journey of Crazy Horse is the true story of how one man's fight for his people's survival roused his true genius as a strategist, commander, and trusted leader. And it is an unforgettable portrayal of a revered human being and a profound celebration of a culture, a community, and an enduring way of life.
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Reviews for The Journey of Crazy Horse
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- Rating: 5 out of 5 stars5/5A fantastic account of a man who faced adversity because of his looks as a young child. His growth in skill and intelligence to become a leader that served his people.
- Rating: 5 out of 5 stars5/5A book that contains wisdom in it, is always worthy
- Rating: 3 out of 5 stars3/5Very good content. Audio skipped in some spots. Great to see the other side of history.
- Rating: 5 out of 5 stars5/5The author’s narration was evocative and gave a rare authenticity to this wonderful book. His voice vividly conjured up the scenes he described and his personal insights gave even more depth to his heartfelt story of the life of Crazy Horse. The author cut through the mythology surrounding Crazy Horse and enabled me to see him as a human being, guided by his vision and values to live the life of a true leader.
- Rating: 5 out of 5 stars5/5
There is such beauty in integrity, honor, humility, courage, and truth. - Rating: 5 out of 5 stars5/5It reminded me of books / stories I read growing up. There are many lessons about quality of ones life: Great book!
- Rating: 5 out of 5 stars5/5There are tons of books about Crazy Horse the Warrior Legend but this book is more about Crazy Horse the person, the family man and the leader of a people. One other thing I loved about this book is it is told from the side of a Lakota. Great read!
- Rating: 5 out of 5 stars5/5An authentic tale of Crazy Horse written by a learned man, a Lakota man and an honest man...beautiful in every way!
- Rating: 4 out of 5 stars4/5The various Sioux tribes of the Great Plains in the 19th century had a reputation as being some of the toughest and wildest Indians. They were the Indians who in popular imagination swooped onto settlers crossing the plains in covered wagons. They were sometimes seen as animals to be exterminated. Atrocities were committed by both sides. Cultural cliches show the Sioux as tough warriors and not multi-dimensional humans who laughed, loved, had families and responsibilities. Into this gap steps actor/historian Marshall (born 1946) who was raised in a traditional Lakota household. He gives a human biography to one of the fiercest warriors, and does so from a Lakota perspective. Much time is spent on Crazy Horse's early life and upbringing, and of course his role at Little Bighorn. We gain a deeper understanding of how the Lakota saw the conflict, what motivated them, how they organized and saw their place in the world. The book feels accurate and transportive, the vocabulary and cultural information is rich due to Marshall's Lakota background.Although published in 2004 you wouldn't know because it feels timeless. One aspect that disturbed me is Crazy Horse's one-man crusade to kill gold prospectors in the Black Hills, sneaking up on them and blowing them away, day after day. This is a significant atrocity regardless of justification and I think it shouldn't be forgotten along with his heroic deeds, he was also a cold blooded mass killer. The Nez Perce for example did not commit deeds like this, not systematically, it was more than merely par for the times. He was probably about to be tried and hanged by Federal authorities but events intervened.
- Rating: 4 out of 5 stars4/5This book was interesting. While reading it I definitely learned a thing or two about the Lakota ways. It really helped me expand my knowledge of American history. Although at some parts it was a little bland, but overall I would suggest this book to anyone who wants to read an eye opening book on Lakota Indians.
- Rating: 4 out of 5 stars4/5Crazy Horse and the Lakota, from the tribe's point of view, and as passed down in the oral traditions. Definitely a story that needs to be told. This is the side we don't hear about very often. Made me think: how often does one person or group not comprehend a different way of thinking, and fail to recognize the impact on communication. How can this middle ground be built?
- Rating: 4 out of 5 stars4/5A grand tradition of story-telling leads to a phenomenal book, taking you into the very life of an all too human legend. Marshall makes it very clear this all comes down from the oral traditions of his people and perhaps that is what makes it so believable. I felt the wind cut by a storm of arrows and the sting of misunderstandings. In a world where the winner writes the history, this book brings me closer to the probable truth.
- Rating: 5 out of 5 stars5/5If you've ever been interested in any book about Native Americans, this book will open your eyes. From the character analysis, to the style of writing, and in every other aspect, this is, by far, the best biography I've read. The combined elements of the book make it more than a biography of a famous Native American and better than just a history book of one of the great tribes of North America. Lastly, the book provides one of the best (succinct) foundations for anyone with aspirations of leadership.