Princess Pocahontas and the Blue Spots

ISBN-10
0986638838
ISBN-13
9780986638831
Category
Indian women
Language
English
Published
2011-08
Author
Monique Mojica

Description

Explores the truth behind the myth and legend of the Indian Princess. This book lays bare the hearts and minds of Pocahontas, Malinche, Sacajawea and the uncounted Native women who first met and fought the European invasion.

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