Crazy Horse's Vision

Crazy Horse's Vision tells the true story of the boyhood of the great Lakota warrior, known then as Curly — a quiet, determined young leader who tamed wild horses and hunted buffalo but could not prevent the U.S. Army's brutal killing of Chief Conquering Bear over a settler's straying cow. Driven by grief and determination to protect his people, Curly defied Lakota tradition and ran alone to the hills to seek a vision — one that would transform him into Crazy Horse, one of the most dedicated warriors in Native American history. Abenaki author Joseph Bruchac and Sioux artist S.D. Nelson, whose illustrations are inspired by the ledger-book art of the Plains Indians, together create a powerful and visually stunning book that is an excellent choice for students because it honors the Indigenous perspective on American history and introduces a towering historical figure through the authentic cultural lens he deserves.

Publishing Details

Author : Joseph Bruchac

Illustrator : S. D. Nelson

Author Nationality : United States

Physical Details

Type of Book: Picture

Cover: Softcover

Pages: 40

Size: 10.6 x 9.1 inches

Year Published: 2002

Instructional Details

Reading Grade Level: 1st

Genre: Non-Fiction

Sub-Genre: Biography

Theme: Native Americans, About POC, Social Issues, Social Studies