| Author |
Grinnell, George Bird, 1849-1938 |
| Title |
Blackfoot Lodge Tales: The Story of a Prairie People
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 87.0 (6th grade). Easy to read.
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| Credits |
Juliet Sutherland, Thomas Hutchinson and PG Distributed Proofreaders
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| Summary |
"Blackfoot Lodge Tales: The Story of a Prairie People" by George Bird Grinnell is a collection of Native American tales and narratives centered around the Blackfoot tribe, likely written in the late 19th century. The work delves into the traditional stories, adventures, and cultural practices of the Blackfoot people, reflecting their societal values and historical experiences. At the start of the book, the narrator sets a contemplative scene around a peaceful gathering in a Blackfoot lodge, where elders engage in storytelling and discussions about the differences between their ways and those of the white settlers. A notable conversation reveals the significance of knowledge and education, highlighting the struggles of the Blackfoot in adapting to changing times and the loss of their culture. The initial focus on storytelling as a means of preserving their history and identity emphasizes the importance of oral traditions in understanding the Blackfoot people and their relationship with the world around them. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Language |
English |
| LoC Class |
E011: History: America: America
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| Subject |
Indians of North America -- Folklore
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| Subject |
Tales -- Great Plains
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| Subject |
Siksika Indians -- Folklore
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
11547 |
| Release Date |
Mar 1, 2004 |
| Most Recently Updated |
Dec 25, 2020 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads |
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