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100 1 _aEastman, Charles A.,
_d1858-1939
245 1 0 _aWigwam Evenings: Sioux Folk Tales Retold
264 1 _aSalt Lake City, UT :
_bProject Gutenberg,
_c2009
300 _a1 online resource :
_bmultiple file formats
336 _atext
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337 _acomputer
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_2rdamedia
338 _aonline resource
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500 _aRelease date is 2009-02-16
508 _aE-text prepared by D. Alexander, Meredith Bach, the Carbon County Public Library (Rawlins, Wyoming),
520 _a"Wigwam Evenings: Sioux Folk Tales Retold" by Charles A. Eastman and Elaine Goodale Eastman is a collection of folk tales written in the early 20th century. This anthology seeks to preserve and adapt Sioux stories for contemporary children, blending traditional narratives with morals that resonate across cultures. The tales reflect the values and beliefs of the Sioux, showcasing the connection between humans and nature through various adventures and lessons involving animals. The beginning of the book sets a picturesque scene in a Sioux winter camp, where children gather around Smoky Day, the village storyteller, eager to hear ancient tales. The initial story features a battle of wits and pride between a Field-Mouse and a Buffalo, ultimately teaching a moral lesson about pride and the consequences of underestimating others. Smoky Day frames these stories within the context of genuine respect for the environment and the teachings of their culture, creating a warm, engaging atmosphere for young listeners. Through these narratives, readers are invited to explore the enchanting world of Sioux mythology. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
534 _nOriginal publication data not identified
653 _aDakota Indians -- Folklore
700 1 _aEastman, Elaine Goodale,
_d1863-1953
700 1 _aDeming, Edwin Willard,
_d1860-1942
856 4 0 _uhttps://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/28099
999 _c69008
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