Oglala Religion - Hardcover

Powers, William K.

Hardcover

ISBN 10: 080320910X ISBN 13: 9780803209107

Publisher: University of Nebraska Press, 1982

Synopsis

This study seeks to explain how one group of Native Americans, the Oglala Sioux, has preserved its social and cultural identity despite formidable attempts by the U.S. government to eliminate tribal societies. Treating continuity and change as two aspects of the same phenomenon, it focuses on the nature of the uniquely Oglala values that persist, their modes of cultural expression, and the processes by which they are replicated.

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Review:

"A fascinating study of Oglala religion . . . This is an important book and will be invaluable for anyone interested in the Sioux world view."--American Studies--American Studies

"A model for future studies, a window on an important tribe and style."--Christian Century--Christian Century

From the Back Cover:

This study seeks to explain how one group of Native Americans, the Oglala Sioux, has preserved its social and cultural identity despite formidable attempts by the U. S. government to eliminate tribal societies.

About this edition

• Publisher: University of Nebraska Press
• Publication date: 1982
• ISBN 10: 080320910X
• ISBN 13: 9780803209107
• Binding: Hardcover
• Number of pages: 277