Land and Spirit in Native America

Land and Spirit in Native America
Author: Joy Porter
Publisher: Bloomsbury Publishing USA
Total Pages: 233
Release: 2012-05-04
Genre: Social Science
ISBN:

This book accurately depicts Native American approaches to land and spirituality through an interdisciplinary examination of Indian philosophy, history, and literature. Indian approaches to land and spirituality are neither simple nor monolithic, making them hard to grasp for outsiders. A fuller, more accurate understanding of these concepts enables comprehension of the unique ways land and spirit have interlinked Native American communities across centuries of civilization, and reveals insights about our current pressing environmental concerns and American history. In Land and Spirit in Native America, author Joy Porter argues that American colonization has been a determining factor in how we perceive Indian spirituality and Indian relationships to nature. Having an appreciation for these traditional values regarding ritual, memory, time, kinship, and the essential reciprocity between all things allows us to rethink aspects of history and culture. This understanding also makes Indian film, philosophy, literature, and art accessible.

The World is Full of Spirits : Native American Indian Religion, Mythology and Legends - US History for Kids | Children's American History

The World is Full of Spirits : Native American Indian Religion, Mythology and Legends - US History for Kids | Children's American History
Author: Baby Professor
Publisher: Speedy Publishing LLC
Total Pages: 64
Release: 2017-06-15
Genre: Juvenile Fiction
ISBN: 1541919327

The Native Americans hold very sacred traditions. They believe that spirits are everywhere in nature. In this history book, you're going to learn about the Native American Indian religion, mythology and legends. By reading the pages of this book, your child will be several steps closer to truly knowing who the Native American Indians are. Secure a copy of this book today!

Walking With Spirits Native American Myths, Legends, And Folklore

Walking With Spirits Native American Myths, Legends, And Folklore
Author: G.W. Mullins
Publisher: Light Of The Moon Publishing
Total Pages: 316
Release: 2018-02-06
Genre: Fiction
ISBN:

Before the time of books, computers, tablets and recording devices, the history of many cultures was passed down, from person to person, by word of mouth. The rich histories of so many people were told in songs, chants, poems and stories. This was the way of Native American tribes. Each in its own way enriching their stories with their own experiences. By reliving these stories and songs, we have the opportunity to bring life back to the ancient spirits that created them. We have a chance to walk with the spirits of the past.  Being there were so many different tribes with countless beliefs and customs, the only way to understand their ways is through understanding their stories. In this book you will understand the Native American people a little better and see where they have come from and what they can offer the world. By exploring these stories offered you will get a glimpse into an often forgotten past. These stories are given to you, to carry forward for younger generations to explore and learn. Included in Volume One are the stories: Origin of the Pleiades, The Woman Who Fell from the Sky, Grandmother Spider Steals the Fire, White Bead Woman, The Origin of Corn, The Hunter and Selu, Myth of the White Buffalo Woman, The Origin of Eternal Death, How Coyote Stole Fire, The Lame Warrior, The Story of Hungry Wolf, Origin of the Sweat Lodge, The Legend of the Cherokee Rose, Contents of the Medicine Bag, Raven's Medicine, The First Fire, Origin Of Disease And Medicine, The Daughter Of The Sun, The Journey To The Sunrise, Why The Mole Lives Underground, The Terrapin's Escape From The Wolves, Origin Of The Groundhog Dance, The Haunted Whirlpool, The Man In The Stump, The Mother Bear's Song and many, many more. You are invited to go Walking With Spirits.

Encyclopedia of Native American Healing

Encyclopedia of Native American Healing
Author: William S. Lyon
Publisher: W. W. Norton & Company
Total Pages: 426
Release: 1998
Genre: Medical
ISBN: 9780393317350

Designed for ease of use with maps, a detailed subject index, an extensive bibliography, and cross references, this book is sure to fascinate anyone interested in Native American culture and heritage.