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This stirring memoir is the story of Ada Deer, the first woman to serve as head of the Bureau of Indian Affairs. A Menominee Indian, Deer narrates the first eighty-three years of her life, which are characterized by her tireless campaigns to reverse the forced termination of the Menominee tribe and to ensure sovereignty and self-determination for all tribes. Deer remains as committed as ever to human rights. A deeply personal story, written with humor and honesty, this book is a testimony to the ability of one individual to change the course of history through hard work, perseverance, and an unwavering commitment to social justice.