The Tale of a Jewish Boy-Interpreter, the World\’s Most Estimable Magician, a Murderous Harlot, and America\’s Greatest Indian Chief. Arriving in America in the wake of the Civil War, Julius comes of age surrounded by the wild world of 1867 Omaha. He befriends the mysterious Prophet John, who saves his life when the two are captured by the Ponca Indian tribe. Living as a slave, Julius meets the noble chief Standing Bear and his young daughter, Prairie Flower, with whom he falls in love. Using his astounding facility with languages, Julius becomes the tribes interpreter and a champion of its rights.