The Red Man's Revenge: A Tale of the Red River Flood is a historical novel by R. M. Ballantyne, first published in 1880. Set against the backdrop of the catastrophic flood of 1826 in Manitoba, it follows the lives of settlers, particularly Samuel Ravenshaw and his family, as they navigate challenges including cultural conflicts with Native Americans, represented by the character Petanawaquat. The novel explores themes of survival, revenge, and the complexities of frontier life, offering a glimpse into the interactions between settlers and indigenous populations during a tumultuous period in Canadian history.
