Frank Bird Linderman Knihy

"A rare, documented account of the life of a Crow medicine woman, drawn from interviews conducted by legendary writer and ethnographer Frank Bird Linderman and told in her own words"-- Provided by publisher

In his old age, Plenty-coups (1848-1932), the last hereditary chief of the Crow Indians, told the exciting, moving story of his life to Frank B Linderman, the well-known western writer who had befriended him. This title offers an account of the nomadic, spiritual, and warring life of Plains Indians before they were forced on to reservations.

A classic tale of the American West, this book presents an engaging and authentic portrayal of life and culture in the frontier. The author's rich and descriptive language immerses the reader in the rugged landscapes and spirited characters that inhabit them.

The book presents a collection of traditional Indian tales, known as "Why Stories," that convey cultural wisdom and moral lessons. Recognized for its significance throughout history, it has been carefully reformatted and retyped to ensure clarity and readability for contemporary audiences. This effort aims to preserve these important narratives for both current and future generations, highlighting their enduring relevance and charm.

Culturally significant, this work has been preserved from its original artifact to maintain authenticity. It includes original copyright references and library stamps, reflecting its historical importance and the care taken to retain its integrity. This reproduction serves as a vital piece of the knowledge base of civilization, showcasing the value of preserving literary heritage.

Unlike some other reproductions of classic texts (1) We have not used OCR(Optical Character Recognition), as this leads to bad quality books with introduced typos. (2) In books where there are images such as portraits, maps, sketches etc We have endeavoured to keep the quality of these images, so they represent accurately the original artefact. Although occasionally there may be certain imperfections with these old texts, we feel they deserve to be made available for future generations to enjoy.