9781025810102 - Long Lance von Long Lance, Buffalo Child (2 Ergebnisse)

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Buch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - 'Long Lance' is a compelling and immersive narrative that offers a firsthand account of the life and traditions of the Blackfoot people during the final years of their independence on the Great Plains. This work serves as both a personal memoir and a detailed cultural study, capturing the essence of a world transitioning under the pressure of westward expansion.The book details the rigorous upbringing of a young warrior, from the early lessons of childhood to the intense rites of passage that define tribal leadership. Readers are treated to vivid descriptions of buffalo hunts, sun dances, and the intricate social structures that governed Indigenous life. Through powerful storytelling, 'Long Lance' explores themes of bravery, spiritual connection to the land, and the enduring strength of heritage. It provides an invaluable perspective on the customs, languages, and philosophies of the Plains Indians, making it a significant contribution to the literature of Indigenous North America and a vital record of a vanishing way of life.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 was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you may see the original copyright references, library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world), and other notations in the work.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.As a reproduction of a historical artifact, this work may contain missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.