Stiya: A Carlisle Indian Girl At Home (1891) is a historical fiction novel written by Embe. The book tells the story of a young Native American girl named Stiya who is sent to the Carlisle Indian Industrial School in Pennsylvania. The school was founded in the late 19th century as a way to assimilate Native American children into white American culture. Stiya struggles to adapt to the new environment and the strict rules of the school. She misses her family and the traditions of her tribe. However, she finds solace in her friendship with a white girl named Mary. Together, they navigate the challenges of the school and learn from each other's cultures. The novel explores themes of identity, culture, and assimilation. It sheds light on the history of Native American boarding schools and the impact they had on generations of Native American children. The book also highlights the resilience and strength of Native American cultures in the face of oppression and forced assimilation. Overall, Stiya: A Carlisle Indian Girl At Home is a powerful and thought-provoking novel that offers a unique perspective on a dark chapter in American history. It is a must-read for anyone interested in Native American history and culture.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
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