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Black Elk Speaks : The Complete Edition by John G. Neihardt (2014, Trade Paperback)
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Product Identifiers
PublisherUniversity of Nebraska Press
ISBN-100803283911
ISBN-139780803283916
eBay Product ID (ePID)175818078
Product Key Features
Book TitleBlack Elk Speaks : the Complete Edition
Number of Pages424 Pages
LanguageEnglish
Publication Year2014
TopicUnited States / 19th Century, Ethnic Studies / Native American Studies, Ethnic & Tribal
IllustratorYes
GenreReligion, Social Science, History
AuthorJohn G. Neihardt
FormatTrade Paperback
Dimensions
Item Height1.2 in
Item Weight23.8 Oz
Item Length8.9 in
Item Width6 in
Additional Product Features
Intended AudienceTrade
LCCN2013-049580
Dewey Edition23
Reviews" Black Elk Speaks is an extraordinarily human document-and beyond that the record of a profoundly spiritual journey, the pilgrimage of a people toward their historical fulfillment and culmination, toward the accomplishment of a worthy destiny."-N. Scott Momaday , "If any great religious classic has emerged in [the twentieth century or on this continent, it must certainly be judged in the company of Black Elk Speaks ."-from Vine Deloria Jr.'s foreword, " Black Elk Speaks is an extraordinarily human document-and beyond that the record of a profoundly spiritual journey, the pilgrimage of a people toward their historical fulfillment and culmination, toward the accomplishment of a worthy destiny."-N. Scott Momaday, "If any great religious classic has emerged in [the twentieth] century or on this continent, it must certainly be judged in the company of Black Elk Speaks ."-from Vine Deloria Jr.'s foreword, " Black Elk Speaks is an extraordinarily human document--and beyond that the record of a profoundly spiritual journey, the pilgrimage of a people toward their historical fulfillment and culmination, toward the accomplishment of a worthy destiny."--N. Scott Momaday, "Black Elk Speaks is an extraordinarily human document--and beyond that the record of a profoundly spiritual journey, the pilgrimage of a people toward their historical fulfillment and culmination, toward the accomplishment of a worthy destiny."--N. Scott Momaday "An American classic."--Western Historical Quarterly "If any great religious classic has emerged in [the twentieth] century or on this continent, it must certainly be judged in the company of Black Elk Speaks."--from Vine Deloria Jr.'s foreword, "If any great religious classic has emerged in [the twentieth] century or on this continent, it must certainly be judged in the company of Black Elk Speaks ."--from Vine Deloria Jr.'s foreword
Dewey Decimal978.004/9752440092 B
Table Of ContentMaps Foreword Preface to the 1932 Edition Preface to the 1961 Edition Preface to the 1972 Edition Introduction by Philip J. Deloria National and International Honors Received by John G. Neihardt Black Elk Speaks 1. The Offering of the Pipe 2. Early Boyhood 3. The Great Vision 4. The Bison Hunt 5. At the Soldiers' Town 6. High Horse's Courting 7. Wasichus in the Hills 8. The Fight with Three Stars 9. The Rubbing Out of Long Hair 10. Walking the Black Road 11. The Killing of Crazy Horse 12. Grandmother's Land 13. The Compelling Fear 14. The Horse Dance 15. The Dog Vision 16. Heyoka Ceremony 17. The First Cure 18. The Powers of the Bison and the Elk 19. Across the Big Water 20. The Spirit Journey 21. The Messiah 22. Visions of the Other World 23. Bad Trouble Coming 24. The Butchering at Wounded Knee 25. The End of the Dream 26. Author's Postscript Appendixes 1. Gallery of Photographs 2. Gallery of the Drawings by Standing Bear, Black Elk's Friend 3. Transcript of Letter from John G. Neihardt to Nick Black Elk, November 6, 1930 4. Transcript of Letter from John G. Neihardt to Julius House, August 10, 1930 5. "A Great Indian Poet" from Of Making Many Books, June 20, 1931 6. "John G. Neihardt and Nicholas Black Elk" by Raymond J. DeMallie 7. "John G. Neihardt beyond Black Elk" by Alexis N. Petri 8. "Neihardt and Black Elk" by Lori Utecht 9. Comparison of the Transcript and Draft of "Origin of the Peace Pipe" 10. Lakota Words Used in the Text Notes References Index
SynopsisMore than one million copies sold 2017 One Book One Nebraska selection "An American classic." --Western Historical Quarterly Black Elk Speaks , the story of the Oglala Lakota visionary and healer Nicholas Black Elk (1863-1950) and his people during momentous twilight years of the nineteenth century, offers readers much more than a precious glimpse of a vanished time. Black Elk's searing visions of the unity of humanity and Earth, conveyed by John G. Neihardt, have made this book a classic that crosses multiple genres. Whether appreciated as the poignant tale of a Lakota life, as a history of a Native nation, or as an enduring spiritual testament, Black Elk Speaks is unforgettable. Black Elk met the distinguished poet, writer, and critic John G. Neihardt in 1930 on the Pine Ridge Reservation in South Dakota and asked Neihardt to share his story with the world. Neihardt understood and conveyed Black Elk's experiences in this powerful and inspirational message for all humankind. This complete edition features a new introduction by historian Philip J. Deloria and annotations of Black Elk's story by renowned Lakota scholar Raymond J. DeMallie. Three essays by John G. Neihardt provide background on this landmark work along with pieces by Vine Deloria Jr., Raymond J. DeMallie, Alexis Petri, and Lori Utecht. Maps, original illustrations by Standing Bear, and a set of appendixes rounds out the edition., Presents the story of the Oglala Lakota visionary and healer Nicholas Black Elk (1863-1950) and his people during momentous twilight years of the nineteenth century. It offers readers much more than a precious glimpse of a vanished time. Black Elk's searing visions of the unity of humanity and Earth, conveyed by John G. Neihardt, have made this book a classic that crosses multiple genres., Black Elk Speaks , the story of the Oglala Lakota visionary and healer Nicholas Black Elk (1863-1950) and his people during momentous twilight years of the nineteenth century, offers readers much more than a precious glimpse of a vanished time. Black Elk's searing visions of the unity of humanity and Earth, conveyed by John G. Neihardt, have made this book a classic that crosses multiple genres. Whether appreciated as the poignant tale of a Lakota life, as a history of a Native nation, or as an enduring spiritual testament, Black Elk Speaks is unforgettable. Black Elk met the distinguished poet, writer, and critic John G. Neihardt in 1930 on the Pine Ridge Reservation in South Dakota and asked Neihardt to share his story with the world. Neihardt understood and conveyed Black Elk's experiences in this powerful and inspirational message for all humankind. This complete edition features a new introduction by historian Philip J. Deloria and annotations of Black Elk's story by renowned Lakota scholar Raymond J. DeMallie. Three essays by John G. Neihardt provide background on this landmark work along with pieces by Vine Deloria Jr., Raymond J. DeMallie, Alexis Petri, and Lori Utecht. Maps, original illustrations by Standing Bear, and a set of appendixes rounds out the edition.
LC Classification NumberE99.O3B4838 2014
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- 14 Jul, 2020
Wonderful Read
This was recommend to me by a friend who knew I was extremely interested in my forefathers way of life. I find it to be a very informative book and I am enjoying the read. I recommend "Black Elk Speaks" very highly. It does give one a view of the American Indian's life style.Verified purchase: YesCondition: New
- 05 May, 2024
Poignant
A well compiled, first-hand account of a Native American warrior & medicine man who did his best to preserve the history of his people in the aftermath of the destruction of their culture.Verified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-owned
- 30 Jan, 2024
This Speaks to me.
While it is easier for me to read the previous versions, I do like the additional appendices and photographs. The ledger drawings are also reproduced much more clearly in this edition. I only wish there were a hardcover edition.Verified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-owned
- 30 Nov, 2021
Epic
Studied this great piece in the 1960's at the University of Iowa. Just as interesting and meaningful today as it was then, if not moreso given societies' "neo-woke" culture. Truly a worthwhile read.Verified purchase: YesCondition: New
- 04 Feb, 2021
History
Excellent historical book, and very readable. A sad but important part of the evolution ofAmerica.Verified purchase: YesCondition: New
- 04 Apr, 2024
Native American Informed
I love the information about the history and the belief system of the Native Americans.Verified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-owned
- 12 Jun, 2023
very interesting story
Very good conditionVerified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-owned
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