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Wisdom of the Native Americans: Including the Soul of an Indian and Other Writings of Ohiyesa and the Great Speeches of Red Jacket, Chief Jose »

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Authors: Kent Nerburn
ISBN-13: 9781577310792, ISBN-10: 1577310799
Format: Hardcover
Publisher: New World Library
Date Published: March 1999
Edition: (Non-applicable)

Author Biography: Kent Nerburn

Book Synopsis

These thought-provoking teachings from respected Native American leaders and thinkers provide a connection with the land, the environment, and the simple beauties of life. This collection of writings from revered Native Americans offers timeless, meaningful lessons on living and learning.

	Introduction
Pt. 1	The Ways of the Native Americans	1
Ch. 1	The Ways of the Land	3
Ch. 2	The Ways of Words and Silence	9
Ch. 3	The Ways of Learning	13
Ch. 4	The Ways of Living	19
Ch. 5	The Ways of Leading Others	23
Ch. 6	The Ways of the Heart	29
Ch. 7	The Ways of Believing	33
Ch. 8	The Betrayal of the Land	39
Ch. 9	The Ways of Dying	47
Ch. 10	The Passing of the Ways	51
Ch. 11	The Ways of the White Man	57
Ch. 12	The Ways of Civilization	67
Ch. 13	Heed These Words	73
Pt. 2	The Soul of an Indian	79
Ch. 14	Foreword	81
Ch. 15	The Ways of the Spirit	85
Ch. 16	The Ways of the People	97
Ch. 17	The Coming of the White Ways	125
Pt. 3	The Wisdom of the Great Chiefs	135
Ch. 18	Chief Red Jacket	137
Ch. 19	Chief Joseph	147
Ch. 20	Chief Seattle	189
	Biographical Notes	201
	Additional Notes	215
	About the Editor	217