Theodora Kroeber Quinn was a writer and anthropologist, best known for her accounts of Ishi, the last member of the Yahi tribe of California, and for her retelling of traditional narratives from several Native Californian cultures. Her work focuses on preserving and sharing the stories and culture of California's indigenous peoples, offering readers a profound glimpse into their lives and traditions. Kroeber Quinn approached her subject matter with sensitivity and a deep respect for the cultural origins of the narratives she shared.
Tells the story of Ishi, the last member of the lost tribe of Yana, who wandered out of the hills on August 29, 1911 and was taken in by anthropologists at the University of California where he spent the last years of his life.