Excerpt from Old Indian Trails
IN the spring of 1896 I went into northwestern Montana as a member of a Government expedition which was appointed by President Cleveland to recommend a national policy for the United States Forest Reserves and to advise the Secretary of the Interior as to the reserving of certain other forests.
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Paperback. Zustand: New. Print on Demand. This book recounts the transformative experiences of the author during their time spent living among the Blackfoot Indians of Montana. Inspired by a desire to escape the constraints of city life, the author joins a Government expedition into the wilderness, where they encounter a renowned Blackfoot scout named Siksikai-koan. The scout becomes the author's guide and mentor, introducing them to the rich traditions, customs, and spirituality of the Blackfoot people. The author witnesses firsthand the tribe's ceremonies, dances, and hunting rituals, gaining a deep understanding of their way of life. They learn about the tribe's reverence for nature, their belief in animal spirits, and their complex social structure. Through the author's vivid descriptions and insightful reflections, this book provides a rare and intimate glimpse into a Native American culture on the cusp of significant change. It explores themes of cultural identity, environmental stewardship, and the search for meaning in a rapidly modernizing world. Ultimately, this book offers a poignant reminder of the value of embracing diversity, preserving cultural heritage, and forging connections with the natural world. Forgotten Books publishes hundreds of thousands of rare and classic books. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work. Forgotten Books uses state-of-the-art technology to digitally reconstruct the work, preserving the original format whilst repairing imperfections present in the aged copy. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in our edition. We do, however, repair the vast majority of imperfections successfully; any imperfections that remain are intentionally left to preserve the state of such historical works. The digital edition of all books may be viewed on our website before purchase. print-on-demand item. Bestandsnummer des Verkäufers 9780259510437_0
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