The image of Kokopelli, born centuries ago among the native tribes of the American Southwest, is as vivid today as ever. To Native Americans, Kokopelli appears to be many things: a symbol of fertility, the spirit of celebration and music, or, possibly, a traveling salesman. In this hilarious and informative book, author Dave Walker explores the story of the hunch-backed crooner. We learn the factual history behind Kokopelli, and explore the recent popularity and resulting commercialization of the image. Sprinkled throughout are photographs of the common as well as the most unusual places Kokopelli can be found. Cuckoo for Kokopelli unleashes the secrets behind the phenomenon and pokes fun at our obsession with this misunderstood ancient icon. Like the people before us, it appears the world is still cuckoo for Kokopelli!
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13 of 16 people found the following review helpful:
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whimsical narrative of the ancient and modern Kokpelli,
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This review is from: Cuckoo For Kokopelli (Paperback)
Dave Walker gives you a modern twist on the ancient myth turned recent Southwest icon. The author also offers you some illustrations of the modern marketing of the Kokopelli. Overall, the book is fun and easy reading. A good book for a day in the park, ride on an airplane or just a lazy day!
3 of 3 people found the following review helpful:
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A total waste of time and money,
By Peter Wadsworth "papakokopelli" (Rocas de Santo Domingo, V Region Chile) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)
This review is from: Cuckoo For Kokopelli (Paperback)
While I have regretted buying some books in the past, I never have felt so shamelssly ripped off by a writer. This pap wouldn't make it in a Sunday supplement. Clearly written to cash in on the popularity of the kokopelli arquetype, this book offers absolutely NOTHING in the way of new knowledge or useful information.
2 of 3 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars
Fun, informative companion to Loco for Lizards,
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This review is from: Cuckoo For Kokopelli (Paperback)
Dave Walker explores an icon that's appeared in an amazing array of nutty places throughout contemporary culture. He keeps it light, but provides solid information, just as in the publisher's companion book, Loco for Lizards by Jim Cherry. Like that book, this one is great casual reading, well written enough to be enjoyed by anyone, even if you didn't think you were curious about the subject.
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- Life in the Pueblos by Ruth Underhill in Back Matter
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- The People: Indians of the American Southwest by Stephen Trimble in Back Matter
- The Cliff Dwellers (1st Book Of) by R. Markus in Back Matter
- New Mexico: A Promise Made/A Place Called Home/Making Amends (Heartsong Novella Collection) by Janet Lee Barton on page 1
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