TY  - BOOK
AU  - Sanders,Helen Fitzgerald
TI  - Trails Through Western Woods
AV  - F721 
PY  - 2013///
CY  - Salt Lake City, UT
PB  - Project Gutenberg
KW  - Dakota Indians
KW  - American bison
KW  - Salish Indians
KW  - Catholic Church -- Missions
KW  - Missions -- Montana
KW  - Montana -- Description and travel
N1  - Release date is 2013-04-14; Produced by Greg Bergquist, Charlie Howard, and the Online
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N2  - "Trails Through Western Woods" by Helen Fitzgerald Sanders is a historical account written in the early 20th century. This work intricately weaves together Indian traditions and the rich narratives of the Selish tribe in the Bitter Root Valley, a lesser-known region filled with natural beauty and mythological significance. The author expresses a deep appreciation for the disappearing wilderness and aims to illuminate the culture and historical experiences of the Selish people, particularly through legendary narratives.  The opening of the text establishes a vivid portrayal of the Selish tribe as seen through the eyes of early explorers, including Lewis and Clark. It describes their welcoming nature, lifestyle, and deeply ingrained traditions, alongside the tragic decline they faced due to disease and conflict with rival tribes. The narrative also features legendary figures like Coyote, who plays a critical role in their myths, highlighting themes of bravery and sacrifice. This rich introduction sets the scene for further exploration of their legends and historical moments that shape their cultural identity, suggesting that the book will reveal both the beauty and the heartache of a people battling the encroachment of civilization. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
UR  - https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/42527
ER  -