In 1840 Night Bird, whose clan of Seminole Indians is fighting to preserve its traditional way of life in Florida, must decide whether to seek land and an unknown future in distant Oklahoma.
A biography of the Seminole chief who led the resistance of his people against compulsory immigration from their Florida homeland to territory beyond the Mississippi.
In 1840 Night Bird, whose clan of Seminole Indians is fighting to preserve its traditional way of life in Florida, must decide whether to seek land and an unknown future in distant Oklahoma.
Ben and his family escape from their slave-owner and go to Florida, where they join other black families who are living with the Seminole Indians and help them fight to keep their lands.
"A history of the people and events that influenced the North American Indian tribe known as the Seminole, including warrior Osceola and conflicts such as the Seminole Wars"--Provided by publisher.
Billie Wind ventures out alone into the Florida Everglades to test the legends of her Indian ancestors and learns the importance of listening to the earth's vital message.
A biography of Osceola, warrior chief of the Seminole people who tried to prevent his people from being removed from their Florida lands, describing his childhood, his leadership during difficult times, and the effects of his efforts.
