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ISBN 10: 0822568322 
ISBN 13: 9780822568322
Author: Jodie Shull, Keith Birdsong

Voice of the Paiutes A Story About Sarah Winnemucca 1st Table of contents:

Part I: Childhood Amidst Change (1840s-1850s)

1. First Light: A Paiute Childhood:
   • Birth and early years as Thocmetony (Shell Flower)
   • Paiute traditions, family life, and connection to the land
   • The arrival of the first white settlers: Curiosity and initial encounters
2. Whispers of a New World:
   • Observing the "white people": Their customs, technologies, and motivations
   • The growing tension and misunderstanding
   • Sarah's family's initial attempts at peaceful interaction
3. A Foot in Two Worlds:
   • Opportunities for education: Early experiences in white settlements
   • Learning English and bridging cultural divides
   • The early challenges of adapting to a changing landscape

Part II: The Gathering Storm (1860s-1870s)

4. The Gold Rush and Growing Conflicts:
   • The influx of prospectors and settlers
   • Increased pressure on Paiute lands and resources
   • Skirmishes and violence: The painful realities of displacement
5. Peacemaker and Interpreter:
   • Sarah's emerging role as an interpreter and mediator
   • Efforts to de-escalate conflicts and protect her people
   • Frustrations with broken treaties and broken promises
6. Life on the Reservations:
   • The forced relocation to reservations
   • Hardships and injustices faced by the Paiute people
   • Sarah's advocacy within the reservation system

Part III: A Voice for Her People (1870s-1880s)

7. Journey to Washington: Speaking Truth to Power:
   • Sarah's daring decision to travel to the nation's capital
   • Meetings with politicians, military leaders, and reformers
   • Her impassioned pleas for justice and land rights
8. The Bannock War and Beyond:
   • Sarah's role during the conflict: A scout, interpreter, and protector
   • Her bravery and resilience in the face of danger
   • The devastating consequences of the war on the Paiutes
9. "Life Among the Paiutes": Telling Her Story:
   • The decision to write and publish her autobiography
   • The challenges of authorship and seeking support
   • The impact of her book as a groundbreaking work

Part IV: Educator and Advocate (1880s-1890s)

10. The School at Peavine:
    • Sarah's vision for an Indian-run school
    • Her innovative teaching methods and curriculum
    • The struggles to sustain the school amidst opposition
11. On the Lecture Circuit:
    • Traveling across the country, sharing her experiences
    • Engaging audiences with her powerful oratory
    • Raising awareness and funds for her people
12. Later Years and Enduring Legacy:
    • Continued advocacy and challenges
    • Her personal life and the toll of her work
    • Her passing and the lasting impact of her voice

Epilogue: Sarah's enduring Song

• Reflecting on Sarah Winnemucca's courage and contributions
• Her place in American and Native American history
• The ongoing relevance of her fight for justice and understanding

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