Born of Lakes and Plains

Born of Lakes and Plains offers a compelling exploration of the often overlooked mixed-descent Native families at the heart of American history. Focusing on five families whose lives intersected with major events and shifts in the region, the book highlights how these communities navigated changing boundaries, identities, and policies from the seventeenth century through the 19th century. Through detailed storytelling, it sheds light on their resilience amid the forces that sought to redefine Native and mixed-heritage lives.