--- product_id: 1706159 title: "Bury My Heart at Wounded Knee: An Indian History of the American West" price: "94.23 DT" currency: TND in_stock: true reviews_count: 13 url: https://www.desertcart.tn/products/1706159-bury-my-heart-at-wounded-knee-an-indian-history-american store_origin: TN region: Tunisia --- # Published since 1970, timeless impact Translated into 17 languages 4M+ copies sold worldwide Bury My Heart at Wounded Knee: An Indian History of the American West **Price:** 94.23 DT **Availability:** ✅ In Stock ## Summary > 📖 Unlock the untold story of America’s past — don’t miss the history everyone’s talking about! ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** Bury My Heart at Wounded Knee: An Indian History of the American West - **How much does it cost?** 94.23 DT with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.tn](https://www.desertcart.tn/products/1706159-bury-my-heart-at-wounded-knee-an-indian-history-american) ## Best For - Customers looking for quality international products ## Why This Product - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Key Features - • **Enduring Relevance:** Still shaping perspectives on colonialism, indigenous rights, and historical justice over 50 years later. - • **Critically Acclaimed & Highly Rated:** 4.7/5 stars from nearly 10,000 reviews—trusted by scholars and passionate readers alike. - • **A Definitive Native American History:** Meticulously researched, revealing untold truths behind the American West. - • **Unflinching, Heartbreaking Narratives:** Powerful firsthand accounts that challenge mainstream history and spark essential conversations. - • **Global Bestseller & Cultural Touchstone:** Over 4 million copies sold and translated worldwide—join a global community of informed readers. ## Overview Bury My Heart at Wounded Knee is Dee Brown’s landmark 1970 bestseller that exposes the systematic destruction of Native American tribes during the 19th century. With over 4 million copies sold and translations in 17 languages, this meticulously documented narrative uses firsthand accounts and council records to reveal the brutal realities behind westward expansion. A timeless classic, it remains a vital read for understanding indigenous history, colonialism, and the ongoing impact of these events. ## Description The landmark, bestselling account of the crimes against American Indians during the 19th century. First published in 1970, Bury My Heart at Wounded Knee is Dee Brown's eloquent, meticulously documented account of the systematic destruction of American Indians during the second half of the nineteenth century. A national bestseller in hardcover for more than a year after its initial publication, it has sold almost four million copies and has been translated into seventeen languages. It was the basis for the 2007 movie of the same name from HBO films. Using council records, autobiographies, and firsthand descriptions, Brown introduces readers to great chiefs and warriors of the Dakota, Ute, Sioux, Cheyenne, and other tribes, revealing in heartwrenching detail the battles, massacres, and broken treaties that methodically stripped them of freedom. A forceful narrative still discussed today as revelatory and controversial, Bury My Heart at Wounded Knee permanently altered our understanding of how the American West came to be defined. Review: One of the most important books you'll ever read - I'm not sure how to put into words how important this book is. It took me almost a month to read it because I felt that I had to focus and try to retain everything on the page, it was that engrossing. The book has extensive research, endnotes, a bibliography, and index to make this one of, if not, the best books on the history of Native Americans during the time of the Civil War to about 1890. The chapters are all heartbreaking accounts of the atrocities that Indians were subjected to during the greedy expansion of the United States. I don't need to list all of them, as it would give less weight to their magnitude, but the most horrific chapter for me was Chapter 4 (I think). It's about the massacre at Sand Creek and the brutality of that battle is unreal. I got physically ill as I read each sentence with my heart pounding and breaking with each beat. I can't give this book a thorough review because I think the Kindle version is cumbersome to "flip" around in and give specific examples, but I really recommend this book to everyone who is interested in history and who wants solid accounts of these moments in history. I can't say it's unbiased in the message the author is trying to deliver, but Brown seems to present honest and factual accounts to formulate this narrative. It's a winding road of countless misunderstandings between nations that could have avoided conflict many times, but things like ego, pressure, the media, and public opinion really mucked up a lot of what could have been more peaceful resolutions (if there could be resolutions at all). Since it took me so long to read, I can really only relate a later story about Geronimo finally giving up and returning to a reservation, Standing Rock(?), but when he and his followers got drunk and heard whispers about being hanged or taken to Florida, he went back on his promise to a now-friendly official (Crook?). After a longer period of time, Geronimo finally returned, but brought the burden of transporting stolen livestock with him from Mexico. Like, seriously Geronimo? That's how you're going to return after making a serious mistake after worrying (justifiably though) that you were really going to be treated worse? That event made me disappointed because I can understand both sides, but (Crook?) was kind enough to sell the stolen livestock and return to the earnings to the Mexican government in hopes of them finding their owners. He really bailed Geronimo out of that one. But stories like how Sitting Bull, Crazy Horse, and Big Foot died are so sad because they could have been avoided. Not only were great leaders killed by white people, but mercenary and traitorous Indians also ratted out and killed them as well. But even traitors who helped the US were often later imprisoned, shipped off, and their families died en route to various reservations. There are so many swindling deals in land disputes and so many Indian Affairs agents had conned tribal leaders into signing bad deals. There was a lot of power in a treaty that stated any deal must have 3/4ths of adult Indian signatures, but the government knew how to take advantage of people. It seemed like the final deal in regards to Sitting Bull after his fame, was the one where tribal leaders "wised up" and told officials that they knew the US' plan to meet from tribe to tribe instead of a big council, but in the end, John Grass had convinced people to sign away their land at Standing Rock. There are many stories that are unbelievable, yet you can believe them even in the context of today's political situation. These things happened during a time of great consternation in America and every turn seemed to be a bad one. The quotes that Brown used throughout this book are so impactful and timeless that I'm really compelled to continue learning about the Native Americans. I'm so disheartened with the US's bloody history, but I think it's more important now than maybe it ever has been to study these things and try to make the world a better place, if we still can. Please read this book and let it engross you like it did me. There are many dates, names, and events that are very hard to keep track of, but the author recalls them briefly if someone or something is later mentioned. The only thing I wish was given a modern context with consistency is the naming of Moons, Months, and Seasons because the author will use the Indian name, but less than half the time include parentheses to tell the reader when that actually is. "Moon of the Big Leaves (April)" or "The Moon When Ducks Begin to Fly." Like, when the heck is that? Brown will only sometimes tell you that that special time is August. Review: Devastating history - This is well researched and presents the history of Indian wars from a native perspective. It debunks many of the myths associated with the traditional history and shows the motivation for actions by natives. It also places all of the events in a timeline perspective by starting chapters with other historical events occurring simultaneously ## Features - THE SIZE: Spy Camera has the smallest size in the world (0.87in, 0.7oz cube). - SUPERIOR HD QUALITY: With a 1080P sensor, this camera captures over 12 million pixels (4032x3024), allowing you to see every detail without risk of detection. - MOTION DETECTION: When detecting the object moving, the mini camera'll be activated, follow the object's trace, and record automatically. ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | Best Sellers Rank | #10,343 in Books ( See Top 100 in Books ) #4 in Native American Demographic Studies #8 in Indigenous History #11 in Colonialism & Post-Colonialism | | Customer Reviews | 4.7 out of 5 stars 9,568 Reviews | ## Images ![Bury My Heart at Wounded Knee: An Indian History of the American West - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/81jWqypbibL.jpg) ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ One of the most important books you'll ever read *by S***S on May 31, 2020* I'm not sure how to put into words how important this book is. It took me almost a month to read it because I felt that I had to focus and try to retain everything on the page, it was that engrossing. The book has extensive research, endnotes, a bibliography, and index to make this one of, if not, the best books on the history of Native Americans during the time of the Civil War to about 1890. The chapters are all heartbreaking accounts of the atrocities that Indians were subjected to during the greedy expansion of the United States. I don't need to list all of them, as it would give less weight to their magnitude, but the most horrific chapter for me was Chapter 4 (I think). It's about the massacre at Sand Creek and the brutality of that battle is unreal. I got physically ill as I read each sentence with my heart pounding and breaking with each beat. I can't give this book a thorough review because I think the Kindle version is cumbersome to "flip" around in and give specific examples, but I really recommend this book to everyone who is interested in history and who wants solid accounts of these moments in history. I can't say it's unbiased in the message the author is trying to deliver, but Brown seems to present honest and factual accounts to formulate this narrative. It's a winding road of countless misunderstandings between nations that could have avoided conflict many times, but things like ego, pressure, the media, and public opinion really mucked up a lot of what could have been more peaceful resolutions (if there could be resolutions at all). Since it took me so long to read, I can really only relate a later story about Geronimo finally giving up and returning to a reservation, Standing Rock(?), but when he and his followers got drunk and heard whispers about being hanged or taken to Florida, he went back on his promise to a now-friendly official (Crook?). After a longer period of time, Geronimo finally returned, but brought the burden of transporting stolen livestock with him from Mexico. Like, seriously Geronimo? That's how you're going to return after making a serious mistake after worrying (justifiably though) that you were really going to be treated worse? That event made me disappointed because I can understand both sides, but (Crook?) was kind enough to sell the stolen livestock and return to the earnings to the Mexican government in hopes of them finding their owners. He really bailed Geronimo out of that one. But stories like how Sitting Bull, Crazy Horse, and Big Foot died are so sad because they could have been avoided. Not only were great leaders killed by white people, but mercenary and traitorous Indians also ratted out and killed them as well. But even traitors who helped the US were often later imprisoned, shipped off, and their families died en route to various reservations. There are so many swindling deals in land disputes and so many Indian Affairs agents had conned tribal leaders into signing bad deals. There was a lot of power in a treaty that stated any deal must have 3/4ths of adult Indian signatures, but the government knew how to take advantage of people. It seemed like the final deal in regards to Sitting Bull after his fame, was the one where tribal leaders "wised up" and told officials that they knew the US' plan to meet from tribe to tribe instead of a big council, but in the end, John Grass had convinced people to sign away their land at Standing Rock. There are many stories that are unbelievable, yet you can believe them even in the context of today's political situation. These things happened during a time of great consternation in America and every turn seemed to be a bad one. The quotes that Brown used throughout this book are so impactful and timeless that I'm really compelled to continue learning about the Native Americans. I'm so disheartened with the US's bloody history, but I think it's more important now than maybe it ever has been to study these things and try to make the world a better place, if we still can. Please read this book and let it engross you like it did me. There are many dates, names, and events that are very hard to keep track of, but the author recalls them briefly if someone or something is later mentioned. The only thing I wish was given a modern context with consistency is the naming of Moons, Months, and Seasons because the author will use the Indian name, but less than half the time include parentheses to tell the reader when that actually is. "Moon of the Big Leaves (April)" or "The Moon When Ducks Begin to Fly." Like, when the heck is that? Brown will only sometimes tell you that that special time is August. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Devastating history *by C***R on July 31, 2026* This is well researched and presents the history of Indian wars from a native perspective. It debunks many of the myths associated with the traditional history and shows the motivation for actions by natives. It also places all of the events in a timeline perspective by starting chapters with other historical events occurring simultaneously ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐ "It was a beautiful dream..." Black Elk *by L***Y on November 27, 2021* Since visiting historical sites in South Dakota and Montana this past year, I’ve completed 15 books on the history of the American West. Books that covered the history of just New Mexico with Kit Carson and the Navajos; the history of Texas with Mackenzie and the Comanches, and all about South Dakota and the Sioux, culminating in the Battle of Little Big Horn. I read “Bury My Heart at Wounded Knee: An Indian History of American West” by Dee Brown years ago. It was the first book I ever read about the settling of the West. It opened my eyes and shocked me. I reread it as part of my summer reading this summer after my trip out West. It should be required reading by all, but not taken as Gospel. The book itself must be viewed in a historical light; it was the first book to tell the story from the Indian point of view. This is and was important; and the story is fascinating, and terribly sad and disturbing. It’s difficult reading, and not just for the content but also the style, which some may not like. I liked it. It tends to be a bit one-sided and lacking in neutral presentation. So while it accomplishes its goal to relate the history of the West from the native American side, it ignores some contradictory points, and skims over a more scholarly or in-depth, neutral analysis. It’s irrefutable that what we, as a growing nation, did to the Indians was outrageous and shameful, savage and unChristian, but there is so much more to the history. For example, Indian vs Indian warfare is not examined. Indeed, the same oppressors, the Whites, the Europeans, who fought, massacred, lied to and defeated the Indians, also provided the guns, tools and horses they needed and wanted to fight one another and better kill bison. I recommend this book very much, and enjoyed it and learned a great deal. But I urge readers to also explore other excellent books: by Sides, Philbrook, Cozzens and more. You’ll get a broader picture of history, from which you can draw your own thoughts and conclusions. I am horrified by the history of our interaction with the Indians. They were cruelly treated and abused. We were savages to them overall. But I recognize too that progress is inevitable; conflict and clashes are inevitable. This has been the history of the world since the beginning of time. Why did it have to be so horrible and savage here? I hope that readers will at the very least gain an appreciation of the native Americans, their sufferings and, like I did, go visit the historical landmarks out West to learn and to pay our respects. --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - 🛒 **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** — Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** — Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - 💰 **No Hidden Fees** — All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - 🔄 **15-Day Free Returns** — Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - 🔒 **Secure Payments** — Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** — Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.tn/products/1706159-bury-my-heart-at-wounded-knee-an-indian-history-american](https://www.desertcart.tn/products/1706159-bury-my-heart-at-wounded-knee-an-indian-history-american) --- *Product available on Desertcart Tunisia* *Store origin: TN* *Last updated: 2026-09-17*