Keepers of the Central Fire: Issues in Ecology for Indigenous PeoplesJones and Bartlett, 1999 - 250 pages The health of Native Americans is intimately tied to the health of the environment. Yet abuses of land, water, and air continue to compromise the health of native people and their land rights. This fascinating book explores this intimate relationship between people and the land, and environment and health. Here is an important message for health care providers, ecologists, and those who attempt to live their lives in harmony with the earth. |
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Page 72
... traditional dancing . His outfit is rich with the spirits of animals , eagles , and the history of the people . His unique breastplate is crafted of polished bones , adorned with red , gold , and black beads , the team colors of the San ...
... traditional dancing . His outfit is rich with the spirits of animals , eagles , and the history of the people . His unique breastplate is crafted of polished bones , adorned with red , gold , and black beads , the team colors of the San ...
Page 174
... Traditional spirituality involves shamans and spirit or totemic animals . Shamans have the power to move between the upper ( sky ) , middle ( Earth ) , and lower ( hell ) world at will . Often they use birds to move souls between the ...
... Traditional spirituality involves shamans and spirit or totemic animals . Shamans have the power to move between the upper ( sky ) , middle ( Earth ) , and lower ( hell ) world at will . Often they use birds to move souls between the ...
Page 175
... traditional beliefs continue . The traditional clothing of the Sami resembles that of the Lakota with the use of spirit animals drawn on hides and skin drums . More well - known is the colorfully embroidered tunics of men and women ...
... traditional beliefs continue . The traditional clothing of the Sami resembles that of the Lakota with the use of spirit animals drawn on hides and skin drums . More well - known is the colorfully embroidered tunics of men and women ...
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Keepers of the Central Fire: Issues in Ecology for Indigenous Peoples Lorelei A. Lambert Limited preview - 1999 |
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