Bibliography of South Dakota history

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== Bibliography of South Dakota history ==

The Bibliography of South Dakota history encompasses a wide range of works that document the history, culture, and development of the state of South Dakota. This bibliography includes books, articles, and other resources that provide insights into the state's past, from its early Native American inhabitants to its modern-day status.

Early History

South Dakota's early history is marked by the presence of various Native American tribes, including the Lakota, Dakota, and Nakota. Key works in this area include:

• The Sioux: Life and Customs of a Warrior Society by Royal B. Hassrick
• Lakota Woman by Mary Crow Dog
• Black Elk Speaks by John G. Neihardt

European Exploration and Settlement

The arrival of European explorers and settlers significantly impacted the region. Important texts include:

• The Journals of Lewis and Clark by Meriwether Lewis and William Clark
• Pioneer Girl: The Annotated Autobiography by Laura Ingalls Wilder
• The Great Sioux Nation: Sitting in Judgment on America by Vine Deloria Jr.

Statehood and Development

South Dakota became a state on November 2, 1889. Key works that explore this period include:

• South Dakota: A History by Herbert S. Schell
• The Prairie Winnows Out Its Own: The West River Country of South Dakota in the Years of Depression and Dust by Paula M. Nelson
• The Black Hills Yesterday and Today by Paul Horsted

Modern History

Modern history works focus on the 20th and 21st centuries, covering topics such as economic development, politics, and social changes. Notable works include:

• The American Indian Movement and South Dakota by Peter Matthiessen
• South Dakota Politics and Government by Donald Simmons
• The Homesteader's Handbook by John E. Miller

Related Pages

• History of South Dakota
• Lakota people
• Dakota people
• Nakota people
• Lewis and Clark Expedition
• Laura Ingalls Wilder
• American Indian Movement