02646cam a22003493u 4500 59968 UtSlPG 20260610134400.0 m cr n 260607r2019||||utu|||||o|||||||||||||| d 22016158 UtSlPG en iso639-1 E011 Parsons, Elsie Worthington Clews, 1874-1941 American Indian life Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg, 2019 1 online resource : multiple file formats text txt rdacontent computer c rdamedia online resource cr rdacarrier Release date is 2019-07-22 Produced by Turgut Dincer, Robert Tonsing, and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive) "American Indian Life" by Elsie Worthington Clews Parsons and C. Grant La Farge is a collection of narratives and stories written in the early 20th century. The book aims to present the cultural and social life of Native Americans through the eyes of various anthropologists and contributors, drawing upon real-life experiences rather than the romanticized views often associated with fictional portrayals. This collaborative work seeks to educate the general reader about the complexity of American Indian cultures, moving beyond stereotypes by showcasing authentic stories and traditions. At the start of this cultural anthology, the narrative introduces the character Takes-the-pipe, a young Crow warrior, recounting his early memories amidst a bustling tribal community. His childhood is marked by family interactions, playful rivalries with other boys, and the significance of early training in archery and tribal practices. The opening chapters set the stage for Takes-the-pipe's growth and development within his tribe, emphasizing the interconnectedness of personal experiences with the broader Crow traditions. Through his adventures, readers are guided into the heart of Native American life, encompassing joy, duty, and the deep cultural values that shape the identity of the protagonist and his people. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Original publication data not identified Indians of North America -- Folklore Indians of North America -- Social life and customs Indians of Mexico -- Social life and customs La Farge, C. Grant (Christopher Grant), 1862-1938 https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/59968 100794 100794