Sand in a Whirlwind: The Paiute Indian War of 1860 [Paperback]

Ferol Egan (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: January 1, 1985

Sand in a Whirlwind is a dramatic account of the events surrounding hostilities between settlers and Indians in the spring of 1860. Thirty years after its publication Ferol Egan's now classic tale continues to enlighten and engage readers.

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Review

"Their tragic story is vividly told with perspective, awareness, sympathy, balance, and honesty." -- Library Journal

About the Author

As a native Californian from the gold rush country, Ferol Egan developed a love for the American West at an early age. An author, retired teacher, and historian, Egan is the author of six books including Fremont: Explorer for a Restless Nation for which he won the Gold Medal for nonfiction from the Commonwealth Club of California. He received the Silver Medal for Sand in the Whirlwind and the California Medal for The El Dorado Trail. He now resides in Berkeley, California.

Product Details

• Paperback: 338 pages
• Publisher: Univ of Nevada Pr (January 1, 1985)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0874170974
• ISBN-13: 978-0874170979
• Product Dimensions: 7.8 x 5.1 x 0.9 inches
• Shipping Weight: 9.6 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #975,332 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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