Publisher's Synopsis
""Red Hunters And The Animal People"" is a book written by Charles A. Eastman and published in 1904. The book is a collection of stories and legends about the relationship between Native American hunters and the animals they hunted. Eastman, who was himself a Native American and a skilled hunter, draws on his own experiences and the traditions of his people to explore the deep spiritual connection between humans and the natural world. The book is divided into two parts. The first part focuses on the hunting practices of different Native American tribes, including the Sioux, the Ojibwa, and the Apache. Eastman describes the different methods of hunting used by these tribes, as well as the rituals and ceremonies that accompanied the hunt. He also discusses the importance of respecting the animals that were hunted, and the belief that the animals themselves had a spirit and a soul that deserved reverence.The second part of the book is a collection of stories and legends about the animal people - the creatures that the Native Americans hunted and revered. These stories include tales of the cunning fox, the powerful bear, and the majestic eagle, among others. Eastman weaves together these stories with his own reflections on the relationship between humans and animals, and the importance of living in harmony with the natural world.Overall, ""Red Hunters And The Animal People"" is a fascinating look at the hunting practices and spiritual beliefs of Native American tribes in the early 20th century. Eastman's writing is both informative and poetic, and his deep respect for the natural world shines through on every page. This book is a must-read for anyone interested in Native American culture, environmentalism, or the history of hunting in America.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.