James Welch - Fools Crow

Pros: The attention to detail regarding traditions, and the descriptive clarity.

Cons: Welch's take on the status of women.

Review: This is a wonderful novel. I learned a great deal about the traditions, religion, and day to day existence of the Pikunis. The characters are boldly painted and ride through my thoughts long after I put the book down. While telling the story through ...

Pros: Unique insights into lives of Pikuni Blackfeet through detailed psychological characterizations and an engaging plot.

Cons: Author's own perspective on females and gender relations

The Bottom Line: Multidimensional insights into the Pikuni Blackfeet are achieved through the art of the historical novel.

Review: As a rule, I prefer non-fiction over historical fiction because I frequently find that historical fiction tends to romanticize its subjects. I do, however feel that there are certain subtle understandings about the characters and unspoken inner worlds of ...