The book of the American Indian
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The book of the American Indian

By Hamlin Garland
Michael Caine
Listen with Sir Michael Caine™ and 1,000+ voices
Length8h 32m

About this audiobook

Immerse yourself in a sympathetic and poignant portrayal of Native American life at the turn of the century. Moving beyond stereotypes, these narratives reveal the profound dignity, tragic loss, and rich cultural heritage of the tribes of the West. The clash between encroaching civilization and ancient traditions creates a tension that is both heartbreaking and illuminating. This is a respectful tribute to a vanishing way of life, rendered with artistic sensitivity.

Audiobook details

GenreGeneral Fiction
Length8 hrs 32 mins
Narrated byListen with 1,000+ voices
FormateBook with Audio
Publish dateFeb 24, 2026
LanguageEnglish

Table of contents

1WAHIAH—A SPARTAN MOTHER
16I THE BEGINNINGS OF POWER
2NISTINA
17II POLICY AND COUNCIL
3THE IRON KHIVA
18III THE BATTLE OF THE BIG HORN
4THE NEW MEDICINE HOUSE
19IV DARK DAYS OF WINTER
5RISING WOLF—GHOST DANCER
20V THE CHIEF SURRENDERS HIMSELF
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6THE RIVER’S WARNING
21VI IN CAPTIVITY
7LONE WOLF’S OLD GUARD
22VII HE OPPOSED ALL TREATIES
8BIG MOGGASEN
23VIII THE RETURN OF THE SPIRITS
9THE STORM-CHILD
24IX THE MESSAGE OF KICKING BEAR
10THE BLOOD LUST
25X THE DANCE BEGINS
11THE REMORSE OF WAUMDISAPA[2]
26XI THE BREAKING OF THE PEACE PIPE
12A DECREE OF COUNCIL
27XII THE CHIEF PROPOSES A TEST
13DRIFTING CRANE
28XIII THE CHIEF PLANS A JOURNEY
14THE STORY OF HOWLING WOLF
29XIV THE DEATH OF THE CHIEF
15THE SILENT EATERS
30IMPRINT | DISCLAIMER
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