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  • The Wisdom of the Native Americans

  • By: Kent Nerburn
  • Narrated by: Kaipo Schwab
  • Length: 4 hrs and 26 mins
  • 4.7 out of 5 stars (441 ratings)

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The Wisdom of the Native Americans

By: Kent Nerburn
Narrated by: Kaipo Schwab
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The teachings of the Native Americans provide a connection with the land, the environment, and the simple beauties of life. This collection of writings from revered Native Americans offers timeless, meaningful lessons on living and learning.

Taken from writings, orations, and recorded observations of life, this audiobook selects the best of Native American wisdom and distills it to its essence in short, digestible quotes - perhaps even more timely now than when they were first written. In addition to the short passages, this edition includes the complete "Soul of an Indian", as well as other writings by Ohiyesa (Charles Alexander Eastman), one of the great interpreters of American Indian thought, and three great speeches by Chiefs Joseph, Seattle, and Red Jacket.

©1999 Kent Nerburn (P)2017 Tantor

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“A beautiful and exciting work.” (Louise Erdrich)

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love

now I want a physical copy. this is beautiful and intriguing. they have great knowledge.

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Captivating

Everyone should listen to this book to get an understand of the true foundation of the USA. So sad but so beautiful

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Almost hypnotic

The narrator was perfectly chosen for this. A joy to listen to. This book is a collection of speeches given by various American Indians. The content was sometimes sad, sometimes happy, but it always has a poetry and rhythm to it that is almost hypnotic. If you’re a student of American Indian history and culture, this is a must

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Great history lesson

This was a significant review of American history, specifically Native American history that should be taught in every high school history course. Good research and presentation..

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Extremely moving

Thank you for providing this wisdom I so desperately lacked in my upbringing. The stories and accounts in this book is a fantastic introduction to learning more about the Native Americans.

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Worth the time

a great read. Really eye opening to the heartbreak the Native Americans endured, but handled themselves with grace.

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Wonderful

Very great information from start to finish. Tragic. Heart wrenching. Everyone should read/listen to this!

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Eye opening

Very interesting and eye opening on the belief and conditions of Native Americans after the arrival of white people.

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Great stories

If you’re seeking information about native Americans, this is a good book it’ll help you.

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Every child in the USA should hear these stories

Every child in the USA should hear these stories. We need to learn our history so we can become a better nation

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