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Bushland spirit : our elders speak

Acimowina, Sakaw. (Author). Pitiskiwak, Kihtayiwak. (Added Author). Davis, Madeline, 1906- (Added Author). Napoleon, Art, 1952- (Added Author). Saulteau First Nations. (Added Author).

Summary: Collection of reminiscences and personal stories that give us a glimpse into the world-views, histories, and lifestyles of the Cree, Saulteaux and Dunneza of a small community in Northeastern B.C. as told through their Elders. Recorded in the Cree language.

Record details

ISBN: 096965099X (pbk.)
ISBN: 9780969650997 (pbk.)
Physical Description: ii, 151 p. : map, ports. ; 21 cm.
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Publisher: Moberly Lake, B.C. : Twin Sisters Pub. Co., c1998.

Content descriptions

General Note:	"Sakaw Acimowina ; Kihtayiwak Pitiskiwak" -- t.p. "Told by: Madeline Davis, Fred Courtoreille, Albert Davis, Suzette Napoleon, Viginia Lalonde, Harry Desjarlais, Oliver Gauthier, Gertie Gauthier, Harvey Kyah, Mathilda Hiebert" -- t.p.
Formatted Contents Note:	A discussion with Madeline "Gramma" Davis -- Of mysteries and grizzlies -- The vision of Raven Feather -- Bush life teachings I -- Spirit powers, Dogribs and mission boats - Bush life teachings II -- Trapping lands and the Mission -- Busy like a beaver -- Arriving -- The new style hunting -- When I was young.