a small band of Blackfeet Indians

which—even at its most abstract—echoes the calls and cries of the earth

and the editor John Nicholds has included a full Ojibwe-English glossary with study aids

These are the stories that make us who we are

bonds of love and family marry the elements into a tightly woven whole that pulses with the drama of life

Jesintel: Living Wisdom from Coast Salish Elders Hopi a small band of BlackfeetDynamic and diverse, Coast Salish culture is bound together by shared values and relations that generate a resilient worldview. Jesintel"to learn and grow together"characterizes the spirit of this book, which brings the cultural teachings of nineteen elders to new generations. Featuring interviews that share powerful experiences and stories, Jesintel illuminates the importance of ethical reciprocal relationships and the interconnectedness of places,