Ninigret, Sachem of the Niantics and Narragansetts

This biography, delving into the life and career of Ninigret, traces his life as a Native American sachem, politician, leader, and fighter in the 17th century. The authors argue that he was the most influential Indian leader of his time in southern New England, navigating  volatile intertribal rivalries and the European presence while forwarding his own agenda. Silverman is a professor of history at George Washington University.