Black Elk, Holy Man of Oglala. This biography of Black Elk is based on extensive interviews with Lucy Look Twice, the holy man's last surviving child, as well as others who knew him personally. Michael F. Steltenkamp sheds new light on the figure portrayed in Black Elk Speaks as a victim of Western subjugation, reveals that in 1904 Black Elk was baptized a Catholic and subsequently served as a devoted catechist and missionary to his fellow American Indians until his death in 1950. Soft cover, 5.5 X 8.5, Some black and white plates. Free Shipping! To order by phone call Toll Free 866-596-9982