a small band of Blackfeet Indians

He replaces these story lines with functional educative stories of restoring Indigenous leadership

This moving memoir shares King’s life on reserve in the 1930s and ’40s and describes a vibrant community full of interesting characters who shared knowledge

which—even at its most abstract—echoes the calls and cries of the earth

Jesintel: Living Wisdom from Coast Salish Elders Hopi a small band of BlackfeetDynamic and diverse, Coast Salish culture is bound together by shared values and relations that generate a resilient worldview. Jesintel"to learn and grow together"characterizes the spirit of this book, which brings the cultural teachings of nineteen elders to new generations. Featuring interviews that share powerful experiences and stories, Jesintel illuminates the importance of ethical reciprocal relationships and the interconnectedness of places,