# The St. Francis Indian — Essays character guide

> The St. Francis Indian in Essays by Henry David Thoreau.

**Role:** minor

**Also known as:** the Indian, clear Indian, Indian

**First appearance:** 0025-chesuncook

## Who they are

Native American encountered on a steamer journey.

## In the story

### [Biographical Sketch](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/essays_2_se/chapters/biographical-sketch)

Referenced as Joseph Polis, an intelligent Indian guide from Oldtown who accompanied Thoreau on his last visit to Maine.

### [A Winter Walk](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/essays_2_se/chapters/a-winter-walk)

Mentioned as a native figure who stands as part of the wild scenery, before being tempted by iron.

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