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Neihardt, John G. – 1972
This classic book describes the life experiences and "great vision" of Black Elk, a holy man of the Oglala Sioux. Black Elk imparted these things to John Neihardt so that he might save them for future generations. Black Elk's power-vision occurred when he was 9 years old during a sickness. The lengthy vision contained profound symbolism…
Descriptors: American Indian Culture, American Indian History, American Indians, Beliefs
Reagan, Timothy – 1996
The history of education, as taught in the United States and in the West generally, has focused primarily on how Western educational tradition emerged. This book provides a brief overview of several non-Western approaches to educational thought and practice. An understanding of how other peoples have educated their children, as well as what…
Descriptors: African Culture, American Indian Culture, American Indian Education, Beliefs
