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Ben Nighthorse Campbell: An American Warrior (Library of the American Indian)
Ben Nighthorse Campbell An American Warrior - Library of the American Indian Author:Herman J. Viola Viola's examination of the life of Colorado senator Ben Nighthorse Campbell, the only Native American now serving in Congress, is a biography of a politician, but it is not primarily a political biography. Only approximately one-third of the book is devoted to Campbell's political career, and it is the most superficial and least interest... more »ing portion. However, Campbell is a man of diverse passions and vocations. Prior to entering politics Campbell was, among other things, an Olympic athlete (judo), martial arts instructor, horse breeder, jewelry designer, police officer, and industrial arts teacher. The author's discussion of these other activities reveals Campbell to be one of the more fascinating figures on the current political scene and an exception to the trend toward career politicians in the United States. A worthwhile public library purchase by series editor Viola, a historian with the Smithsonian Institute.
- Thomas H. Ferrell, Univ. of Southwestern Louisiana, Lafayette« less