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100 1 _aEastman, Charles A.,
_d1858-1939
245 1 0 _aIndian Boyhood
264 1 _aSalt Lake City, UT :
_bProject Gutenberg,
_c2008
300 _a1 online resource :
_bmultiple file formats
336 _atext
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_2rdacontent
337 _acomputer
_bc
_2rdamedia
338 _aonline resource
_bcr
_2rdacarrier
500 _aRelease date is 2008-07-05
508 _aProduced by Judith Boss, and David Widger
520 _a"Indian Boyhood" by Charles A. Eastman is a memoir exploring the author’s childhood experiences as a Dakota Sioux boy, likely written in the early 20th century. The book delves into Eastman's early life, cultural traditions, and the upbringing he received from his family, particularly from his grandmother, in a society that is in a constant struggle with the encroachment of Western civilization. The opening of the memoir provides a vivid and personal account of Eastman's infancy and early childhood, establishing the backdrop of his upbringing in a Sioux community. He introduces himself through the name "Hakadah," meaning "the pitiful last," given to him after the death of his mother. The narrative features the love and care he received from his grandmother, who played a substantial role in his education and cultural transmission. It also describes elements of Sioux life, including hunting, games, and the strong connections to nature that were integral parts of his formative experiences. As Eastman recounts these formative events and lessons from his early years, he highlights the values instilled in him, such as bravery, observation skills, and respect for nature and family traditions, effectively setting the stage for a deeper exploration of his identity and heritage throughout the memoir. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
534 _nOriginal publication data not identified
653 _aIndians of North America -- Biography
653 _aIndian children -- North America
653 _aEastman, Charles Alexander, 1858-1939 -- Childhood and youth
653 _aSantee Indians -- Social life and customs
653 _aSantee Indians -- Biography
856 4 0 _uhttps://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/337
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