At War with Pontiac; Or, the Totem of the Bear: A Tale of Redcoat and Redskin
At War with Pontiac; Or, the Totem of the Bear is a historical novel by Kirk Munroe, published in 1895. Set during Pontiac's War (1763-1765), it follows the Hester family, particularly Major Graham Hester and his son Donald, as they navigate the conflicts between British colonizers and Native American tribes. The story explores themes of loyalty, cultural clash, and survival, beginning with Major Hester's decision to rescue an injured Ottawa Indian, which sets off a chain of events that complicates their lives amidst the wilderness of New York.
