Simply Living: The Spirit of the Indigenous People [Paperback]

Shirley Jones (Editor), Brooke Medicine Eagle (Foreword)

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Publication Date: August 9, 1999

We all carry within us the ancient, tribal identity of indigenous people - people native to their lands. As technology continues to dominate and complicate modern life, many are striving to reclaim that tribal connection by living more simply. Editor Shirley Ann Jones adds a historical contribution to this field with Simply Living, gathering lore from ethnic groups on every continent to find possibilities for downsizing daily life. This collection speaks about native wisdom based in villages and tribes, wisdom deriving from an awareness of basic human needs. Often funny and eccentric, the quotes offered here concentrate on essential truths, healing rituals, and practical strategies for living in harmony with nature, community, and self.

Product Details

• Paperback: 224 pages
• Publisher: New World Library (August 9, 1999)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 1577310543
• ISBN-13: 978-1577310549
• Product Dimensions: 7.2 x 5 x 0.9 inches
• Shipping Weight: 3.2 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (2 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #472,319 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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4 of 4 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars This is a thought-provoking collection, serious yet fun., September 2, 1999

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This review is from: Simply Living: The Spirit of the Indigenous People (Paperback)

This collection of thoughts from around the world emphasizes that wisdom is not limited to technologically advanced society but, in fact, is often found most profoundly in the simplest of cultures. The editor has assembled words of many people in a manner that shows clearly how related all peoples are, how our thoughts, emotions, and perceptions are not limited by the physical and cultural barriers we normally perceive, and how humor, grace, and insight light up lives in all cultures.

3 of 3 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Celebrates cultures around the world!, September 3, 1999

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This review is from: Simply Living: The Spirit of the Indigenous People (Paperback)

As the number of indiginous societies declines and technology replaces older ways of life, this book celebrates the principles shared by cultures around the world. Editor Shirley Jones has culled bits of wisdom from 240 ethnic groups on every continent, ranging from the restorative power of one's heritage - to making community. The book has a foreword by Brooke Medicine Eagle. - Publishers Weekly Magazine