Counting Coup- Book Review

 

Counting Coup is a nonfiction book written by Joseph Medicine Crow. He grew up when the white people had just begun to take control of the Native Americans, so he experienced life in the tribe, and life in the "white man's world," though he lived on the reservation for most of his life. In this book, Joseph Medicine Crow tells stories of his family, life on the reservation, and his accomplishments outside of the reservation. He wanted to make the most of his life, so he attended boarding school to learn English, for he knew it would be important for his success. He wants the history of his people to be told, and he enjoyed learning more about his people throughout the years. He lived a successful life on and off the reservation. Counting Coup is an engaging read for anyone who wants to understand the everyday challenges of the Native Americans.