A Study Of Delaware Indian Medicine Practice And Folk Beliefs - Softcover

Tantaquidgeon, Gladys

Softcover

ISBN 10: 1163185817 ISBN 13: 9781163185810

Verlag: Kessinger Publishing, 2010

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""A Study of Delaware Indian Medicine Practice and Folk Beliefs"" is a comprehensive exploration of the traditional medicine practices and beliefs of the Delaware Indians. Written by Gladys Tantaquidgeon, a respected anthropologist and member of the Mohegan tribe, the book delves into the spiritual and practical aspects of Delaware medicine, including the use of herbs, sweat lodges, and healing ceremonies. Tantaquidgeon draws on her own experiences growing up in a traditional Native American community, as well as extensive research and interviews with Delaware elders. The book also explores the role of women in Delaware medicine, as well as the impact of colonialism and cultural assimilation on traditional practices. Overall, ""A Study of Delaware Indian Medicine Practice and Folk Beliefs"" offers a fascinating glimpse into the rich cultural heritage of the Delaware people and their enduring connection to the natural world.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

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• Verlag: Kessinger Publishing
• Erscheinungsdatum: 2010
• Sprache: Englisch
• ISBN 10: 1163185817
• ISBN 13: 9781163185810
• Einband: Tapa blanda
• Anzahl der Seiten: 108
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