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100 1 _aBourke, John Gregory,
_d1846-1896
245 1 4 _aThe Medicine-Men of the Apache. (1892 N 09 / 1887-1888 (pages 443-604))
264 1 _aSalt Lake City, UT :
_bProject Gutenberg,
_c2013
300 _a1 online resource :
_bmultiple file formats
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337 _acomputer
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338 _aonline resource
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500 _aRelease date is 2013-04-29
508 _aProduced by PM for Bureau of American Ethnology, JoAnn Greenwood, The Internet Archive and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by the Bibliothèque nationale de France (BnF/Gallica) at http://gallica.bnf.fr)
520 _a"The Medicine-Men of the Apache" by John G. Bourke is an ethnographic account written in the late 19th century. The book explores the roles, practices, and beliefs surrounding the medicine-men and women of the Apache tribe, delving into their methods of healing, their spiritual significance, and the cultural paraphernalia associated with their craft. Through detailed observations gathered from over two decades of experience with Native American tribes, Bourke highlights the fascinating interplay between medicine, mysticism, and identity within Apache society. At the start of the work, Bourke introduces the concept of the medicine-man as a pivotal figure among the Apache, serving as both healer and spiritual leader amidst ongoing conflicts with white settlers. He outlines the various attributes that qualify an individual for this role, including the pursuit of spiritual visions and the mastering of rituals. The opening portion also establishes a contrast between the Apache's healing practices—which blend natural remedies with spiritual rites—and the perceptions held by Caucasians about Native American cultures. Throughout, Bourke emphasizes the rich tapestry of Apache beliefs and the profound connections between their healing practices and broader social interactions, setting the stage for a deeper exploration of the subject matter in subsequent chapters. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
534 _nOriginal publication data not identified
653 _aApache Indians -- Medicine
653 _aShamans -- New Mexico
653 _aApache Indians -- Rites and ceremonies
653 _aApache Indians -- Religion
856 4 0 _uhttps://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/42616
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