Itse Selu Cherokee Harvest Festival |
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| Author:
| Pennington, Daniel |
| Illustrator:
| Stewart, Don |
| ISBN: | 978-0-88106-850-4 |
| Publication Date: | Feb 1994 |
| Publisher: | Charlesbridge Publishing, Incorporated
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| Book Format: | Paperback |
| List Price: | USD $7.95 |
Book Description:
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Step back in time for a captivating glimpse of Cherokee life in pre-Columbian North America. Join Little Wolf and his family as they prepare to celebrate Itse Selu, the harvest festival. As night approaches the village, the magic of anticipation fills the air. The luscious feast, Grandfather's storytelling, and the sacred corn dance weave a magical tapestry of tradition. ITSE SELU celebrates the rich and expressive spirit of the ancient Cherokee culture. The inclusion of...
More DescriptionStep back in time for a captivating glimpse of Cherokee life in pre-Columbian North America. Join Little Wolf and his family as they prepare to celebrate Itse Selu, the harvest festival. As night approaches the village, the magic of anticipation fills the air. The luscious feast, Grandfather's storytelling, and the sacred corn dance weave a magical tapestry of tradition.
ITSE SELU celebrates the rich and expressive spirit of the ancient Cherokee culture. The inclusion of Cherokee vocabulary introduces readers to their language and creates a unique texture. A pronunciation key, alphabet, and glossary are included. The remarkable realism of Don Stewart's illustrations transports us effortlessly to Little Wolf's peaceful world.