Aw-Aw-Tam Indian Nights

Aw-Aw-Tam Indian Nights
Author: J. William Lloyd
Publisher: Forgotten Books
Total Pages: 260
Release: 2018-02-25
Genre:
ISBN: 9780666313744

Excerpt from Aw-Aw-Tam Indian Nights: Being the Myths and Legends of the Pimas of Arizona Buckskin, thru my interpretation, are correct and genuine to the best of my ability to interpret them. About the Publisher Forgotten Books publishes hundreds of thousands of rare and classic books. Find more at www.forgottenbooks.com This book is a reproduction of an important historical work. Forgotten Books uses state-of-the-art technology to digitally reconstruct the work, preserving the original format whilst repairing imperfections present in the aged copy. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in our edition. We do, however, repair the vast majority of imperfections successfully; any imperfections that remain are intentionally left to preserve the state of such historical works.

Aw-Aw-Tam Indian Nights: Being the Myths and Legends of the Pimas of Arizona

Aw-Aw-Tam Indian Nights: Being the Myths and Legends of the Pimas of Arizona
Author: Comalk-Hawk-Kih
Publisher: Good Press
Total Pages: 157
Release: 2023-09-18
Genre: Social Science
ISBN:

Aw-Aw-Tam Indian Nights: Being the Myths and Legends of the Pimas of Arizona stands as a seminal collection that meticulously preserves the rich oral traditions and narratives of the Pima people. This anthology is not merely an academic archive but a vibrant tableau of the Pima's intricate cosmology, embodied within a wide array of storytelling styles - from mythic epics to intimate folktales. The inclusion of these narratives provides an unparalleled window into the cultural and spiritual life of the Arizona Pimas, showcasing the diversity and complexity of Indigenous storytelling, with each tale woven into the fabric of Pima daily life and cosmological understanding. The contributing collector, J. Wm. Lloyd, serves not just as an editor but as a crucial bridge between Pima voices and the wider world. Lloyd's work within this anthology aligns with a broader movement towards the recognition and preservation of Indigenous narratives, ensuring that the rich tapestry of Pima myths and legends is not lost to time. Through his meticulous compilation, Lloyd facilitates a dialogue between Indigenous storytelling traditions and contemporary readerships, enriching our understanding of Pima culture and the broader discourse on Indigenous histories and philosophies. Aw-Aw-Tam Indian Nights is an indispensable collection for readers eager to delve into the rich mythological and cultural landscapes of the Pimas of Arizona. It offers a unique opportunity to engage with the profound depth of Indigenous storytelling and cosmology, inviting scholars, students, and casual readers alike to explore a world of narratives that illuminate the human experience through the lens of Pima wisdom. This anthology not only educates but also inspires, fostering a deeper appreciation for the complexity and beauty of Indigenous oral traditions.

From Huhugam to Hohokam

From Huhugam to Hohokam
Author: J. Brett Hill
Publisher: Rowman & Littlefield
Total Pages: 251
Release: 2018-12-19
Genre: Social Science
ISBN: 149857095X

In From Huhugam to Hohokam: Heritage and Archaeology in the American Southwest, J. Brett Hill examines the history of O’odham heritage as it was recorded at the beginning of European conquest. A parallel history of scientific exploration is then traced forward to produce intricate models of the coming and going of ancient peoples. Throughout this history, Native accounts were routinely dismissed as an inferior kind of knowledge. More recently, though, a revolutionary change has taken hold in archaeology as Native insights and premises are integrated into scientific thought. Integration was once suspected of undermining basic principles of knowledge, but J. Brett Hill contends that it provides a deeper and more accurate sense of the connection between living and ancient people. Hill combines three decades of experience in archaeology with a liberal arts perspective to produce something for readers at all levels in the fields of anthropology, Native American studies, history, museum studies, and other heritage disciplines

Where the Red-Winged Blackbirds Sing

Where the Red-Winged Blackbirds Sing
Author: Jennifer Bess
Publisher: University Press of Colorado
Total Pages: 436
Release: 2021-04-01
Genre: History
ISBN: 1646421051

Where the Red-Winged Blackbirds Sing examines the ways in which the Akimel O’odham (“River People”) and their ancestors, the Huhugam, adapted to economic, political, and environmental constraints imposed by federal Indian policy, the Indian Bureau, and an encroaching settler population in Arizona’s Gila River Valley. Fundamental to O’odham resilience was their connection to their sense of peoplehood and their himdag (“lifeway”), which culminated in the restoration of their water rights and a revitalization of their Indigenous culture. Author Jennifer Bess examines the Akimel O’odham’s worldview, which links their origins with a responsibility to farm the Gila River Valley and to honor their history of adaptation and obligations as “world-builders”—co-creators of an evermore life-sustaining environment and participants in flexible networks of economic exchange. Bess considers this worldview in context of the Huhugam–Akimel O’odham agricultural economy over more than a thousand years. Drawing directly on Akimel O’odham traditional ecological knowledge, innovations, and interpretive strategies in archives and interviews, Bess shows how the Akimel O’odham engaged in agricultural economy for the sake of their lifeways, collective identity, enduring future, and actualization of the values modeled in their sacred stories. Where the Red-Winged Blackbirds Sing highlights the values of adaptation, innovation, and co-creation fundamental to Akimel O’odham lifeways and chronicles the contributions the Akimel O’odham have made to American history and to the history of agriculture. The book will be of interest to scholars of Indigenous, American Southwestern, and agricultural history.