Description
Based on the true story of Mary Jemison, this gripping historical narrative follows a young girl who is captured by Shawnee raiders during a frontier attack in 1758 and thrust into a world entirely foreign to her own. Forced to adapt to Native American life, Mary must navigate the complexities of a new culture, language, and family while grappling with her identity and the loss of her former life. Through Lois Lenski's compelling storytelling, readers witness Mary's remarkable journey of survival and transformation as she gradually becomes part of the Seneca nation, ultimately choosing to remain with her adopted people even when given the chance to return to colonial society. This powerful tale explores themes of resilience, cultural identity, and the human capacity to find belonging in unexpected circumstances. Lenski's vivid prose brings the frontier era to life while honoring the true experiences of a woman caught between two worlds.
Available Editions
paperback
HarperTrophy
Published Jan 30, 1995
320 pages
ISBN: 9780064461627
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Details
First Published
1941
Language
eng
Content Warnings
Content and trigger warnings for Indian Captive: The Story of Mary Jemison by Lois Lenski.