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The Lakota Way

By: Joseph M. Marshall
Narrated by: Joseph M. Marshall
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The Lakota Way received the prestigious Audie Award, considered the "Oscar" award of the audiobook industry, in 2004 for the category of best inspirational audio.

The myth of Deer Woman teaches a lesson on respect. The legend of Crazy Horse illuminates a lesson on humility. And the story of Eagle brings home the importance of compassion. These stories from the heart of Lakota culture and its survival, and their meanings, still resonate deeply with our daily lives.

Rich with storytelling, history, folklore, and Marshall's own personal experiences, The Lakota Way expresses the heart of Native American philosophy and the 12 core qualities that are crucial to the Lakota way of living: bravery, fortitude, generosity, wisdom, respect, honor, perseverance, love, humility, sacrifice, truth, and compassion.

Compelling and profound, The Lakota Way gives a fresh outlook to those searching for a new perspective on spiritual and ethical living.

©2001 Joseph M. Marshall III (P)2005 Blackstone Audiobooks
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"Marshall beautifully imparts Lakota wisdom...he certainly knows how to weave a story. An inspiring guide for a wide audience." (Library Journal)

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You feel like you're at the camp

This is really a fascinating collection. The reader and author is an actual Lakota indian and historian, and the authenticity is both startling and refreshing. I really appreciated how you'll hear both the legends and the historical and philisophical meanings. I would have missed the meaning of a lot of the strange imagery and customs without that extra help.

You're not going to find vivid dramatizations or "Disney-fied" parables. Instead this is listening to a grandfather tell his grandfather's legends in a low and reverant voice. You'll feel like you're huddled around the campfire at the actual camp listening to this revered elder pass on these traditions. I haven't been so surprised and intrigued by a book on morals since Bill Bennet's "Book of Virtues". I'm going to have everyone in every generation of my family listen to this. I'd particularly recommend this to anyone taking a trip out west or a long ride with older children!


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What If!!!?

Very good read(listen)!!
Made me think"what if everything had gone the opposite direction this whole time!?" every person that came here from a different country, land mass, Europe, etc had to either get on board with the native way of living or be slaughtered and/or rounded up and put on small chunks of shitty land called trailer parks and live below( well) be low the poverty level! I think that would make one hell of a movie!!!

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Wisdom for all ages

This book was absolutely beautiful. I’m so glad I downloaded and I will definitely be listening to more of Joseph M. Marshall’s books. His voice was very soothing and the stories are timeless treasures.

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Amazing presence

This was such an enlightening and heartfelt book read by the most genuine and compassionate man. Thank you 🙏

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One of the best books I’ve ever listened to

Enlightening, if not life altering. Mr. Marshall has done a remarkable job in honoring his ancestors, their wisdom, and their truth.

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The Lakota Way

Would you listen to The Lakota Way again? Why?

Yes, I will listen to it many times. Joseph Marshall's narration is really great. I wish audible could use him to narrate all the books in their catalogue. He speaks slowly and plainly, teaching enduing lessons. I have 75 audiobooks, and this is my favorite. It's more than just stories, oral history, or lessons. The sum is greater than the parts, it's a very beautiful book and special experience.

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Wisdom

This book contains more wisdom than any single book I have ever read. Mr. Marshall, thank you for sharing your peoples stories.

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Outstanding!

The stories are SO rich, moving but more than that life affirming and full of wisdom for life. Wisdom that is missing in much of current life and yet so needed. Every story touched my heart and made me cry sometimes even know I didn’t know why. Maybe because this is ancient wisdom that is at the core of life and it is so touching and rocking to recall it

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Great Story Telling

The book tells many stories that are both entertaining to listen to but also provide great life lessons. Thank you for the wisdom.

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Excellent

This is by far the best book I have listened to. The narration is perfect and the content is life changing.

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