A wonderful & inspiring collection of eloquent prose, beautiful poetry & moving speeches by Native American Indians-Chiefs, Medicine Men & ordinary members of the many tribes. Although there are major differences in the lifestyles of the numerous Native American nations, they share fundamental beliefs. The spiritual wisdom of these people is based on a love reverence for Nature, a belief in a Supreme Being & a spirit world which interacts with human activity. The evocative words that Alan Jacobs has selected from the major tribes from Apache to Zuni, Sioux to Cherokee, express the love & respect they felt for their environment, a poignant lesson for us all today. The introduction is by leading authority in the field, Dr Mick Gidley, Emeritus Professor of American Literature & Culture, University of Leeds. He puts the broad scope of the anthology in historical context & explains succinctly & intelligently the wonderful diversity of cultures & languages that it celebrates.