pickThis was a difficult book because the ending is well known and tragic. Black Elk describes growing up as a Lakota while the US government was stealing more and more land. He shares the sacred vision given to him as a young man, his efforts to understand his vision and bring it to life, and how the massacre at Wounded Knee ended his fight. 300 murdered, many women and children.
An important read.
This is where I am at this month. Not much reading is happening, but I couldn't tell you what is taking up the time instead. I finished The Odyssey. I got The Story of Art Without Men back from the library. I've been slowly making my way through The House in Paris and (not pictured) Apartment in Athens. Whereas is waaaaay out of my comfort zone and I'm not getting much out of it, but I'll keep reading in hopes that a poem will click.
“The star people are always with you. Look up, and you will see me among the stars.”
This book would be an amazing addition to classroom library. I believe that it would be an excellent book to help students learn about different cultures and the different histories that are still present in America.
pickI really enjoyed this book and think it‘d be a great addition to a classroom library. I really enjoy the illustration in this book and they were quite impactful. The story also is very meaningful.
Historical fiction
“There can never be peace between nations until there is first known that true peace which is within the souls of men. “– Black Elk
This Sioux peace pipe was a gift from my brother 🖤
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Some books appeared on the free book table at work this afternoon #BookHaul
pickOf all the presents I received from my dad on Christmas, this was the one I was most excited about. It is a children‘s book that tells the life story of Sitting Bull. My dad was so upset that he accidentally bought me a children‘s book, but this was the perfect way to peak my interest into a new reading subject. The book is stunning, with photographs and drawings covering each page. And it was written in a wonderfully beautiful and engaging way.
pickDifficult to categorize - a white man gets a call to come visit with an Indian elder and help him write a book of his observations. It's fascinating, frustrating and meaningful. Worth picking up for sure.
