American Indian life by Elsie Worthington Clews Parsons and C. Grant La Farge
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"American Indian Life" by Elsie Worthington Clews Parsons and C. Grant La Farge is a collection of narratives and stories written in the early 20th century. The book aims to present the cultural and social life of Native Americans through the eyes of various anthropologists and contributors, drawing upon real-life experiences rather than the romanticized views often associated with fictional portrayals. This collaborative work seeks to educate the general reader about the
complexity of American Indian cultures, moving beyond stereotypes by showcasing authentic stories and traditions. At the start of this cultural anthology, the narrative introduces the character Takes-the-pipe, a young Crow warrior, recounting his early memories amidst a bustling tribal community. His childhood is marked by family interactions, playful rivalries with other boys, and the significance of early training in archery and tribal practices. The opening chapters set the stage for Takes-the-pipe's growth and development within his tribe, emphasizing the interconnectedness of personal experiences with the broader Crow traditions. Through his adventures, readers are guided into the heart of Native American life, encompassing joy, duty, and the deep cultural values that shape the identity of the protagonist and his people. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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About this eBook
| Editor | Parsons, Elsie Worthington Clews, 1874-1941 |
|---|---|
| Illustrator | La Farge, C. Grant (Christopher Grant), 1862-1938 |
| LoC No. | 22016158 |
| Title | American Indian life |
| Credits |
Produced by Turgut Dincer, Robert Tonsing, and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive) |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 77.0 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | E011: History: America: America |
| Subject | Indians of North America -- Folklore |
| Subject | Indians of North America -- Social life and customs |
| Subject | Indians of Mexico -- Social life and customs |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 59968 |
| ISBN (HTML) | 979-8-238-59968-7 |
| Release Date | Jul 22, 2019 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 833 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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