The Trail of the Seneca

The Trail of the Seneca is an early 20th-century historical novel set in the late 18th century, focusing on the interactions between Indigenous tribes and early settlers in North America. The story centers on Lone-Elk, a Seneca outcast who leads the Delawares during a Harvest Festival, where tensions escalate following the mysterious death of Big Buffalo. Accusations of witchcraft arise, leading to a perilous situation for a white boy named John Jerome. This novel explores themes of cultural conflict, ambition, and survival amidst societal upheaval.