Book titled 'Bury My Heart at Wounded Knee: An Indian History of the American West' by Dee Brown, fifth printing (May 1971)

Published in 1970 by Holt, Rinehart & Winston, 'Bury My Heart at Wounded Knee' became a landmark work that fundamentally changed American perspectives on the settlement of the West. The book chronicles the systematic destruction of Native American tribes between 1860 and 1890, presenting history from the Indigenous perspective rather than the traditional settler narrative. It became an immediate bestseller and cultural phenomenon, remaining on the New York Times bestseller list for over a year. This book is highly valued by collectors of American history, Native American studies, and significant 20th-century non-fiction. Early printings with original dust jackets in good condition are particularly sought after by bibliophiles, historians, and institutions focused on preserving important historical narratives. The work's cultural impact and its role in reshaping American historical consciousness make it a cornerstone piece for serious book collectors and scholars of American Western history.