Don Coldsmith was een Amerikaanse auteur die voornamelijk bekend stond om zijn westernfictie. Zijn "Spanish Bit Saga"-serie herdefinieerde de westernroman door het perspectief van Native Americans over te nemen, in plaats van dat van Europese immigranten. Coldsmiths aanpak bracht nieuwe diepgang en empathie in het genre, en bood een genuanceerde verkenning van het Amerikaanse Westen.
The narrative unfolds a grand historical adventure centered around a fierce conflict between two warrior castes. As they clash in a battle for supremacy, themes of honor, loyalty, and the consequences of war emerge. Readers will be drawn into the intricacies of the characters' motivations and the rich backdrop of their cultures, highlighting the struggles and triumphs of each side in this epic confrontation.
From the North rides a savage tribe of warriors who kill for pleasure. When the Blue Paints attack the People, they murder the wife of Looks Far, medicine man to the People, and into his hands falls the People's only hope. He must seek the help of the People's old enemies, the Head Splitters. HC: Doubleday.
Set against a richly detailed historical backdrop, this novel intertwines moments of heartbreak with humor, creating a compelling narrative that resonates deeply. The characters navigate their lives with authenticity, showcasing the complexities of human emotions and experiences. Through poignant storytelling, the book captures the essence of its time, making it both an engaging and thought-provoking read.
Anfang des 9. Jahrhunderts kommt Nils Thorsson im Rahmen einer Expedition in die Siedlung Straumfjord in Neufundland. Mit ihren Langschiffen fahren die Wikinger auf einem unerforschten Strom ins Landesinnere und geraten mit den Indianern aneinander.
