This book, originally published in 1876, is the personal accounts of Lt-Col. Richard Irving Dodge in the plains as a soldier and hunter/fisherman. The book is comprised of three parts: 'The Plains' (6 chapters devoted to geology, topography, climate, and techniques for travel and camping), 'Game' (12 chapters describing chief species of game animals, best equipment and procedures for pursuit), and 'Indians' (26 chapters recounting in detail the beliefs, customs, and behavior of Plains Indians.