Books with author Marion Eleanor Gridley

Childrens book

Elf Book Series #442-25

Directs attention to the bravery, determination, and talents of American Indian women of the past and the present

Surveys the history, way of life, and culture of Indian tribes from eleven geographical areas of the United States and Canada.

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A captured colonial leader, condemned to death by Indians, is saved by the brave and dramatic act of a lovely Indian princess. That exciting and memorable scene comes to life once more in this engrossing story of Pocahontas, the daughter of Chief Powhatan, who persuaded her father to spare the life of Captain John Smith.

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Pontiac (c. 1720 - April 20, 1769) was a chief of the Ottawa tribe who became famous for his role in Pontiac's Rebellion (1763-1766), an American Indian struggle against the British military occupation of the Great Lakes region following the British victory in the French and Indian War. This is a book about how Pontiac became a hero to the Indians.

Describes the distinctive ways of life of the major Indian tribes of the Northeast, Southeast, Plains, Desert, and Northwest coast.

Discusses the history, customs, dwellings, dress, and famous leaders of the Great Plains tribe who called themselves Dakota.

A biography of the Osage Indian girl who became a world-renowned ballerina.