Of Earth and Elders: Visions and Voices from Native America [Paperback]

Serle Chapman (Author, Photographer)

Editorial Reviews

From Library Journal

Chapman is a highly acclaimed author and photographer whose first book, The Trail of Many Spirits (Mountain, 1997), was well received in both the United Kingdom and the United States. His new work, which combines literature and photography in a single written "mirror" for humanity, is one of those rare books that leads readers almost effortlessly to examine themselves and their own outlook on life. A unique format blends the views, opinions, philosophy, and candid commentary of an array of Native American representatives who use song, poetry, stories, and personal reflections to emphasize a central theme: that connectedness with tradition can be a life-sustaining force. The contributors translate the meaning of continuity among all things in a manner that is personal and pleasing. This book, which gives us a window into the Native American experience, should go far to eliminate many of our own misconceptions and misunderstandings.?John Dockall, Bernice P. Bishop Museum, Honolulu
Copyright 1999 Reed Business Information, Inc.

Product Details

• Paperback: 224 pages
• Publisher: Bear Print (November 1998)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0952860740
• ISBN-13: 978-0952860747
• Product Dimensions: 9.4 x 8.2 x 0.8 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1.8 pounds
• Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (2 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #2,318,545 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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7 of 7 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars BEAUTIFUL! A READ OVER AND OVER KIND OF BOOK!, May 31, 2000

By A Customer

This review is from: Of Earth and Elders: Visions and Voices from Native America (Paperback)

The sub-title of this book says it all when it comes to what you can expect to read..."Visions and Voices from Native America." Here are the voices of contemporary Native Americans and their visions for the future. Add to that the lavish and stunning photography and this book is WOW! Singers, musicians, writers, elders, leaders, actors and other outstanding individuals from many tribes contribute to this great reading and learning experience. Where many books offer Indian voices from a strictly historical perspective, this one offers a fresh vitality from people who are still here and have so very much to share about themselves.

9 of 10 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars IMPORTANT READING, April 23, 1999

By A Customer

This review is from: Of Earth and Elders: Visions and Voices from Native America (Paperback)

Of Earth and Elders is important to anyone searching for knowledge. The interviews moved me. The many photographs are compelling to say the least. It is an original work of art. I have now heard the voices of Native Americans.