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Dahcotah Life And Legends Of The Sioux Around Fort Snelling is a book written by Mary Eastman that provides a comprehensive account of the life and legends of the Sioux Native Americans who lived around Fort Snelling in Minnesota in the mid-19th century. The book is based on Eastman's personal experiences and observations during her time living among the Sioux people, as well as on the stories and traditions passed down to her by the Sioux themselves.The book is divided into two parts. The first part, titled ""Dahcotah Life"", provides a detailed description of the daily life and customs of the Sioux people. Eastman covers a wide range of topics, including the Sioux's social structure, their hunting and gathering practices, their religious beliefs and ceremonies, and their interactions with other tribes and with white settlers. She also provides a vivid portrayal of the natural environment in which the Sioux lived, including the flora and fauna of the region.The second part of the book, titled ""Legends of the Sioux"", contains a collection of traditional Sioux stories and myths. Eastman presents these stories in their original form, as she heard them from the Sioux people, and also provides her own commentary and analysis of their meaning and significance. The stories cover a wide range of themes, from creation myths and tales of heroic deeds to cautionary tales and stories of supernatural beings.Overall, Dahcotah Life And Legends Of The Sioux Around Fort Snelling is a valuable historical document that provides a unique perspective on the lives and culture of the Sioux people in the mid-19th century. It is also a fascinating collection of traditional stories and myths that offer insight into the spiritual and cultural beliefs of the Sioux people.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
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