Publisher's Synopsis
Venture onto the Great Plains and into the heart of Dakota Indian culture with Melvin Randolph Gilmore's "Prairie Smoke: A Collection of Lore of the Prairies." This revised second edition offers a fascinating glimpse into the traditions, beliefs, and daily life of the Sioux, also known as the Dakota Indians, through meticulously preserved oral traditions.
Explore Native American folklore and gain insight into the rich tapestry of prairie life as passed down through generations. Gilmore's work captures the essence of Plains Indians culture, providing invaluable historical and anthropological perspectives. Discover stories that illuminate their deep connection to the land and their unique worldview. A vital resource for anyone interested in United States history, cultural anthropology, and Indigenous creation stories, "Prairie Smoke" offers a timeless portrait of a people and their enduring legacy.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.
This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.
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