Review (PDF) Dinéjí Na`nitin: Navajo Traditional Teachings And History
Traditional teachings derived from stories and practices passed through generations lie at the core of a well-balanced Navajo life. These teachings are based on a very different perspective of the physical and spiritual world than that found in general American culture. Dinéjí Nanitin is an introduction to traditional Navajo teachings and history for a non-Navajo audience, providing a glimpse into this unfamiliar domain and illuminating the power and experience of the Navajo worldview.Historian Robert McPherson discusses basic Navajo concepts such as divination, good and evil, prophecy, and metaphorical thought, as well as these topics' relevance in daily life, making these far-ranging ideas accessible to the contemporary reader. He also considers the toll of cultural loss on modern Navajo culture as many traditional values and institutions are confronted by those of dominant society. Using both historical and modern examples, he shows how cultural change has shifted established views and practices and illustrates the challenge younger generations face in maintaining the beliefs and customs their parents and grandparents have shared over generations.This intimate look at Navajo values and customs will appeal not only to students and scholars of Native American studies, ethnic studies, and anthropology but to any reader interested in Navajo culture or changing traditional lifeways.
Paperback: 220 pages
Publisher: University Press of Colorado (December 15, 2012)
Language: English
ISBN-10: 1607322161
ISBN-13: 978-1607322160
Product Dimensions: 6 x 0.6 x 8.9 inches
Shipping Weight: 14.4 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars See all reviews (5 customer reviews)
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Excellent book and well written, I am a missionary in this area and this is written and reads as I know things - great job!
My extended family is full blooded Navajo, and I have tried to learn as much about the beliefs and traditions of this great culture. I have asked them about many of the things that ate in this book.
most excellent.
excellent text,
I am trying to get through another book before I start this one. I did skim through it and it has some good information and it looks like the author has done extenisve research. Can't wait to start reading it.
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