"Composed of seventeen unpublished short stories written mostly between 1945 and 1951, this remarkable collection that Susan Kalter has brought together reveals a fascinating and unexpected side of John Joseph Mathews."—Alexander Steele, Western American Literature

«“Susan Kalter’s work brings to life the wider world of Mathews beyond his well-known Osage works. . . . Mathews remains a towering figure, and the short stories will only add to his reputation.”—Blue Clark, professor of law at Oklahoma City University and author of Indian Tribes of Oklahoma: A Guide»

«“This book deftly weaves literary analysis, author biography, archival work, and historical context into literary recovery. . . . It is thoroughly researched and communicates that research in clear and accessible prose.”—Alyssa Hunziker, assistant professor of English at Oklahoma State University»