Sally in Three Worlds

Virginia Kerns explores the forgotten life of a young Indian woman, Sally, who was captured in 1847 and spent thirty years as a servant in the household of a Brigham Young family. Drawing from primary sources, the book reconstructs her complex story before, during, and after her captivity, offering a fresh perspective on American West history. This deeply examined narrative sheds light on issues of race, survival, and identity within a historical context.