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100 1 _aEastman, Charles A.,
_d1858-1939
245 1 0 _aIndian Child Life
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 2008-06-27
508 _aProduced by K Nordquist and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive/American Libraries.)
520 _a"Indian Child Life" by Charles A. Eastman is a collection of autobiographical stories written in the early 20th century. The book offers insights into the life and culture of Native American children, particularly from the perspective of Eastman, who is a member of the Sioux tribe. By sharing his experiences growing up, he aims to illustrate the simplicity and beauty of Indian childhood, juxtaposed against the harsh realities experienced by his people. The opening of the book introduces readers to Eastman's own early experiences as a member of the Sioux tribe, focusing on his time spent under the care of his grandmother. He recounts vivid memories of his infancy, highlighting cultural practices such as naming ceremonies and childhood games while also referencing the struggles his people faced during the tumultuous periods of American expansion. We learn about his affectionate relationship with his grandmother and the life lessons instilled in him, emphasizing the significance of nature and respect for the environment in the training of Indian children. This nostalgic portrayal sets the foundation for the rich tapestry of stories that follow, inviting readers to understand and appreciate the heart of Indian childhood. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
534 _nOriginal publication data not identified
653 _aDakota Indians
653 _aIndian children -- North America
700 1 _aVarian, George,
_d1865-1923
856 4 0 _uhttps://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/25907
999 _c66908
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