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Indian Legends Retold
Elaine Goodale Eastman
出版DigiCat, 2022-07-20
主題Fiction / ClassicsReference / General
ISBNEAN:8596547097532
URLhttp://books.google.com.hk/books?id=Ynd9EAAAQBAJ&hl=&source=gbs_api
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註釋Elaine Goodale Eastman's 'Indian Legends Retold' offers readers a poignant immersion into the rich tapestry of indigenous folklore. Through its compilation of animal fables and human-centric tales, the book exemplifies a literary bridge between oral storytelling traditions and written literature. Eastman's eloquent prose humanizes animals and venerates nature, reflecting the soulful connection and reverence for all living entities intrinsic to Native American beliefs. The narrative's understated complexity weaves in humor, poetry, and morality, giving rise to a mystical backdrop that perfectly captures the essence of Native spirituality and the indigenous philosophy of life's interconnectivity. These stories are not only literary artifacts but also moral compasses and sources of cultural pride that maintain their relevance and inspire readership beyond their original context. Elaine Goodale Eastman, an accomplished poet, educator, and advocate for Native American rights, effectively channels her personal experiences and extensive knowledge into crafting 'Indian Legends Retold.' Her intimacy with indigenous cultures, fuelled by her marriage to Dr. Charles Eastman, a Santee Dakota physician, allows her to recount these narratives with a rare depth of understanding and authenticity. Her insights into the moral and spiritual frameworks of the Native American world lend a unique gravitas to these stories, imbuing them with a universal relevance that transcends particular tribal boundaries. Recommended for those who seek to appreciate the narrative traditions of America's native peoples, 'Indian Legends Retold' is an indispensable addition to the compendium of American literature. Readers will find not only entertainment and aesthetic enjoyment in its pages but will also be enriched by the profound wisdom and insights these legends offer. Educators, students of American history, lovers of folklore, and anyone who cherishes the enduring power of storytelling will find this collection a valuable and enlightening read, full of life lessons that resonate as strongly today as they did when first told by the fireside.