Enduring Wisdom Sayings from Native Americans |
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| Author:
| Sneve, Virginia Driving Hawk |
| ISBN: | 978-1-4379-5259-9 |
| Publication Date: | Jan 2009 |
| Publisher: | DIANE Publishing Company
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| Book Format: | Hardback |
| List Price: | USD $17.00 |
Book Description:
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Through centuries of unwelcome change and anguishing trials, Native Americans have held on to their heritages and histories. With this collection of sayings, distinguished Sioux author Virginia Driving Hawk Sneve and award-winning Cherokee-and-African-American artist Synthia Saint James pay tribute to the words of wisdom that have helped sustain these peoples. These sayings come from many tribes. They were spoken or written by elders and teenagers, by those who lived long ago and...
More DescriptionThrough centuries of unwelcome change and anguishing trials, Native Americans have held on to their heritages and histories. With this collection of sayings, distinguished Sioux author Virginia Driving Hawk Sneve and award-winning Cherokee-and-African-American artist Synthia Saint James pay tribute to the words of wisdom that have helped sustain these peoples. These sayings come from many tribes. They were spoken or written by elders and teenagers, by those who lived long ago and authors writing today. Some come from renowned political and spiritual leaders, others are from ordinary tribal members. This rich and thoughtful compilation celebrates Native American cultures and shares their enduring wisdom. Reinforced library binding. Full-color illus.