This book tells the full story of Lakȟóta culture and society

in courtrooms

and original interviews

and the tragic impact of uncontrollable circumstances on ordinary people’s lives

Red Shirt analyzes historic documents and original texts in Lakota to answer the question: How is Lakota literature defined

We Are Grateful: Otsaliheliga Mojave This book tells the fullThe Cherokee community is grateful for blessings and challenges that each season brings. This is modern Native American life as told by an enrolled citizen of the Cherokee Nation. The word otsaliheliga (oh jah LEE hay lee gah) is used by members of the Cherokee Nation to express gratitude. Beginning in the fall with the new year and ending in summer, follow a full Cherokee year of celebrations and experiences. Written by a citizen of the Cherokee