This should be on any 'must read' list

The first half is very enlightening for adults, it reveals much of ancient indian spirituality. The second half is lots of fun for adults and children, being a set of enjoyable native american fables.
Absolutely excellent.

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well read and

good information for those who want to know more about native indians their folklore. i think this is for all ages.

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An insider's account

This is a short, matter-of-fact account of "the Indian way of life", as told by a real Native American who eventually assimilated into white culture.

He explains that it is against the Indian's nature to reveal his spiritual ideas to outsiders, and this is what makes this book so valuable.

Particularly interesting is a chapter in which Eastman details the supposed "magic" which some Indians allegedly possess.

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Good book.

It was exciting to get a chance to understand the religious views of the Dakota Native Americans.

Should be required reading

Listening to these teachings added to my understanding that were are more alike than we are lead to believe despite what we are taught about religious differences .

Great teacher

I will listen again I am sure. highly recommend many lessons. traditional BELIEFS love them

Thank you, Ohiyesa

I appreciate that the narrator is also native. The book itself uses some outdated language, but it's a product of its time that way. In general, it's a very valuable contribution to our knowledge of Native American thought and beliefs, more specifically Dakota thought and beliefs.

great story line.

I enjoyed listening to this multiple times. I am able to gain something new every time I re-listen to it.

wonderful look into history

I loved reading this book. this book was a way to look through the eyes of someone with a different view of the world. I liked Charles Alexander Eastman's View. the narrator made this book. in the preface or forward you can hear the excitement Scott Peterson had in reading something from a fellow native American. read this book you won't be sorry.