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Save:'Braiding Sweetgrass' by Robin Wall Kimmerer is a blend of indigenous wisdom and scientific knowledge, focusing on the interconnectedness between nature, culture, and humanity. Through a series of essays or stories, Kimmerer shares her personal journey as a Potawatomi person and a biology professor, exploring themes of reciprocity, gratitude, and sustainability. Her writing style is described as poetic, reflective, and meditative, offering a unique perspective on environmentalism and indigenous philosophy.
Hurtling downward, she saw only dark water below. But in that emptiness there were many eyes gazing up at the sudden shaft of light. They saw there a small object, a mere dust mote in the beam. As it ... - #2
Save:The Way to Rainy Mountain by N. Scott Momaday is a unique blend of folklore, history, and memoir centered around the Kiowa Natives. It delves into Kiowa legends, cultural heritage, and the personal relationship of the author to his ancestry. Through a mix of poetic writing and abstract storytelling, the book takes readers on a journey to Rainy Mountain, a place of religious significance for the Kiowa tribe, interwoven with Kiowa folktales and historical commentary. The narrative style, although fragmented, offers a deep exploration of Native American culture and a different way of thinking that challenges mainstream perspectives.
N. Scott Momaday's book The Way to Rainy Mountain serves as a bridge between generations, preserving oral traditions and mythology passed down by the Kiowa people. The book is not just a collection of stories but a translation from Kiowa to a broader audience, offering insights into a culture that may be unfamiliar to many. By incorporating different voices and perspectives, Momaday creates a hybrid discourse that appeals to both academic and non-academic readers, providing a more comprehensive understanding of Kiowa heritage and storytelling.
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Save:Tracks by Louise Erdrich is a novel set in the early 20th century North Dakota, focusing on an Ojibwe community facing crises such as loss of traditions, land, and livelihood due to government policies and encroaching white settlers. The story is narrated alternately by Nanapush, an elder in the community, and Pauline, a woman dealing with trauma and loss. The novel delves into the lives of characters like Fleur, a strong and independent woman whose actions draw both suspicion and admiration from the community. Through a non-linear narrative structure, the book explores the impact of historical events on the native community, with a focus on themes of survival, betrayal, and cultural preservation.
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Save:'Sing Down the Moon' by Scott O'Dell is a historical fiction novel that follows the story of a young Navajo girl named Bright Morning during the time of the Long Walk, a forced migration of the Navajo people from their homes in Arizona to Fort Sumner. The book depicts Bright Morning's journey of being captured by Spanish slavers, escaping from slavery, and eventually being forced to leave her homeland by American soldiers. The plot highlights the hardships faced by the Navajo people and the challenges they encountered during this tumultuous period in American history. The writing style is described as engaging, with clean and simple language that effectively conveys the emotions and experiences of the characters.
ON THE HIGH MESAS above our canyon spring came early that year. The piñón trees shook off their coverings of snow in the month of the deer. Warm winds melted the snow and blue water gathered under the... - #5
Save:Fools Crow by James Welch is a historical novel set in the late 19th century, depicting the life of Native American tribes, specifically focusing on the Pikuni tribe in Montana. The story follows the journey of Fools Crow, a young brave who evolves from an outcast to a respected member of his tribe, navigating through the challenges posed by white settlers encroaching on their territory. The book captures the clash of cultures between Native Americans and whites, exploring themes of survival, honor, and the impact of assimilation on the indigenous people. The narrative is rich in details about Native American culture, including marriage practices, dream visions, hunting, and tribal relations, providing a comprehensive view of their way of life.
NOW THAT THE WEATHER had changed, the moon of the falling leaves turned white in the blackening sky and White Man’s Dog was restless. He chewed the stick of dry meat and watched Cold Maker gather his ... - #6
Save:Winter in the Blood by James Welch is a beautifully written novel that follows the life of a young Native American man living on his mother's cattle ranch. The narrator, intelligent yet emotionally distant, provides a detailed account of his surroundings and delves into flashbacks of his past, particularly focusing on the influence of his father and older brother. Through a chance encounter with an elderly blind man, he uncovers a significant truth about his youth and his grandmother. The narrative explores themes of self-destruction, emotional disconnect, and the struggle to find meaning and value in a life marked by hardship and loss.
In the tall weeds of the borrow pit, I took a leak and watched the sorrel mare, her colt beside her, walk through burnt grass to the shady side of the log-and-mud cabin. It was called the Earthboy pla... In "A Walk in the Woods: Rediscovering America on the Appalachian Trail," Bill Bryson recounts his humorous and informative journey hiking a significant portion of the 2100-mile Appalachian Trail with his out-of-shape friend Katz. Throughout the book, Bryson blends his witty humor, historical insights about the trail, U.S. Forestry Dept., and wildlife, and the challenges faced while embarking on such an ambitious trek. The narrative captures the essence of the Appalachian Trail, the people encountered along the way, and the dangers and beauty of the trail, all while maintaining a light-hearted and engaging tone.
A sign announced that this was no ordinary footpath, but the celebrated Appalachian Trail. Running more than 2,100 miles along America’s eastern seaboard, through the serene and beckoning Appalachian ...- #8
Save:Last Chance to See by Douglas Adams and Mark Carwardine is a non-fiction book documenting Adams' journey around the world with a zoologist to encounter and write about 10 critically endangered species. The book presents interesting facts about species on the brink of extinction, with a mix of humor and poignant observations. Adams' writing style, known for its humor and observational comedy, shines through as he explores the impact and loss of endangered species, making the reader reevaluate their perspective on conservation efforts and humanity's role in protecting wildlife.
My own last chance to see Douglas Adams in action as a public speaker was at the Digital Biota conference in Cambridge in September 1998, over ten years ago. Also as it happens, I dreamed last night o... - #9
Save:"Prodigal Summer" by Barbara Kingsolver is a beautifully written novel that intertwines the lives of different women, each connected in subtle ways, much like the ecosystems they are part of. The book combines themes of ecology, romance, and nature seamlessly, with each character having a unique voice and depth. Kingsolver's storytelling weaves together three seemingly disparate stories, focusing on strong female characters and the interconnectedness of nature and human relationships.
Her body moved with the frankness that comes from solitary habits. But solitude is only a human presumption. Every quiet step is thunder to beetle life underfoot; every choice is a world made new for ... - #10
Save:'American Primitive' by Mary Oliver is a collection of fifty poems that predominantly focus on nature, animals, plants, trees, the sky, and the sea. The poems are described as a blend of nature and sexuality, taking readers on a journey through vivid imagery and observations of the everyday life and emotions that are often left unexpressed. The writing style is praised for its simplicity and ability to capture the beauty and simplicity of the natural world, with some poems being compared to a melodious song that starts slowly, builds up with sparklers and fireworks, and gently fades away in the end.
