{"product_id":"the-lance-and-the-shield-robert-m-utley-softcover","title":"The Lance and the Shield - Robert M. Utley - Softcover","description":"\u003cp\u003eReviled by the United States government as a troublemaker and a coward, revered by his people as a great warrior chief, Sitting Bull has long been one of the most fascinating and misunderstood figures in American history.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn this compelling new portrait of Sitting Bull, what emerges from Utley's fast-paced narrative is a complex, towering figure: a great warrior whose skill and bravery in battle were unparalleled; a \"whichasha wakan\" (holy man), the spiritual leader of his people; a dignified but ultimately tragically stubborn defender of the traditional ways against the steadfast and unwelcome encroachment of the white man.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA remarkable work of scholarship, and an engrossing biography.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis item is in \u003cstrong\u003eVery\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eGood \u003c\/strong\u003econdition. There is some coloring of the pages. There is an ownership sticker on the inside. There is some minor shelf wear. As usual, photos are of the item that you will receive.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Gary J","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52318373118183,"sku":"TWLGJ058","price":19.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0605\/8511\/5879\/files\/2TWL_602_01844d16-5770-432d-8cc7-860c3ba96ea0.jpg?v=1784095998","url":"https:\/\/thewarlibrary.com.au\/products\/the-lance-and-the-shield-robert-m-utley-softcover","provider":"The War Library","version":"1.0","type":"link"}