Native American Wisdom

Written by Kent Nerburn

Narrated by Kent Nerburn

Joseph, Sitting Bull, Red Cloud, Black Elk, Ohiyesa, and many others share their insights on Native American ways of living, learning, and dying. There is something archetypal about the philosophy of the original Americans, especially to the sensibilities of modern European Americans. We recognize it as coming from the earth we walk on, from those who preceded us. As we read the wisdom of these peoples, it is possible to feel a reconnection with our land and ourselves. Taken from orations, recorded observations of life and social affairs, and other first-person testimonies, this book selects the best of Native American wisdom and distills it to its essence in short, digestible quotes that are meaningful and timeless — perhaps even more timely now than when they were written.

• Language: English
• Publisher: New World Library
• Release date: Jan 1, 2012
• ISBN: 9781577318750

Kent Nerburn

A two-time winner of the Minnesota Book Award, Kent Nerburn is the author of thirteen books on spirituality and Native themes, including Chief Joseph and the Flight of the Nez Perce (featured on the History Channel), Simple Truths, and The Wisdom of the Native Americans. He lives in northern Minnesota.

Reviews for Native American Wisdom

[Jamie A. Cora · Rating: 5 out of 5 stars]

The Wisdom within this book has deepen my perspective and understanding greatly. The Quotes of various tribes and tribe members allows one to view life from their perspective and better understand the way things were & how they viewed the world. I'd recommend this book to anyone wanting to broaden their understanding and perspective. Very Insightful!

[Debbie Bell · Rating: 5 out of 5 stars]

I love hearing the voices of the Native People speaking the words of their ancestors! It's a brief look into what they had to go through when the white man stole their land! The only thing I wish is it was a little bit longer!

[Elwyn Hudson · Rating: 5 out of 5 stars]

With the messed up crazy world we currently live in,This wisdom is needed now more than ever!,

[Leanna Campaigne · Rating: 5 out of 5 stars]

If only they shared these writing in school for kids to hear the real words of the ancestors. Thank you Kent Nerburn for doing your part in perserving these wonderful lessons and quotes fron the elders.. mitakuye oyasin

[Haley Wade DiGregorio · Rating: 5 out of 5 stars]

This is absolutely beautiful. I only wish it was longer.

[garr20sue17 · Rating: 5 out of 5 stars]

Nothing said by these great men were arbitrary. No nonsense. Sioux