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by Luther Standing Bear (Author), E. a. Brininstool (Editor), William S. Hart (Introduction by)
My People The Sioux is a book written by Luther Standing Bear, a member of the Sioux tribe. The book provides a detailed and personal account of the history, culture, and traditions of the Sioux people. Standing Bear shares his own experiences and insights into the lives of the Sioux, including their spiritual beliefs, social structures, and daily practices.The book begins with an overview of Sioux history, from their early days as hunters and gatherers to their struggles with European settlers and the US government. Standing Bear then delves into the unique customs and traditions of the Sioux, including their sacred ceremonies, storytelling, and art.Throughout the book, Standing Bear emphasizes the importance of preserving Sioux culture and traditions in the face of increasing assimilation and modernization. He also offers a critique of Western society and its impact on indigenous peoples.My People The Sioux is a powerful and moving account of a proud and resilient people, written by one of their own. It offers a unique perspective on the Sioux way of life and serves as an important reminder of the importance of cultural diversity and understanding.This is a new release of the original 1928 edition.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.
