Old Bear-Paw, the Trapper King; Or, The Love of a Blackfoot Queen

Old Bear-Paw, the Trapper King; Or, The Love of a Blackfoot Queen is a historical novel by Henry M. Avery, written in the late 19th century. The story follows Lew Kelly, a scout and trapper in the Black Hills, as he seeks gold and game while becoming involved in a conflict with the Blackfoot Nation. Central to the plot is his love for Snowdrop, the daughter of a Blackfoot chief, and his quest to rescue her from the Sioux after her abduction. The novel explores themes of adventure, loyalty, and the challenges of frontier life.