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_aEastman, Mary H. _q(Mary Henderson), _d1818-1887 |
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| 245 | 1 | 0 | _aDahcotah: Life and Legends of the Sioux Around Fort Snelling |
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_aSalt Lake City, UT : _bProject Gutenberg, _c2004 |
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| 500 | _aRelease date is 2004-01-01 | ||
| 508 | _aProduced by Lee Dawei, Charlie Kirschner and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team from images generously made available by the Canadian Institute for Historical Microreproductions | ||
| 520 | _a"Dahcotah: Life and Legends of the Sioux Around Fort Snelling" by Mary H. Eastman is a historical account written in the mid-19th century. It explores the culture, customs, and experiences of the Sioux Indians living around Fort Snelling, drawing from the author's intimate observations and interactions during her seven-year residence among them. The work aims to preserve the rich tapestry of Sioux legends and to highlight the moral and social challenges faced by this Indigenous group in the midst of encroaching civilization. At the start of the book, the author introduces her connection to the Sioux, expressing her intentions to share their stories and traditions. She reflects on her experiences at Fort Snelling, noting the beautiful landscapes and the complex interactions between the Sioux and whites. The opening also lays the groundwork for the themes of cultural preservation and the contrast between the romanticized visions of Native Americans and their real struggles. It is evident that the author aims to provide a nuanced portrayal of the Sioux people, emphasizing their humanity amidst the attributes often assigned by colonial perspectives. In particular, she hints at the bond she has formed with them, capturing their individual and collective narratives that make up their identity and traditions. (This is an automatically generated summary.) | ||
| 534 | _nOriginal publication data not identified | ||
| 653 | _aDakota Indians -- Folklore | ||
| 653 | _aDakota Indians -- History | ||
| 653 | _aDakota Indians -- Social life and customs | ||
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