
Spirits of the Earth: A Guide to Native American Nature Symbols, Stories, and Ceremonies
Author: Lake-Thom, BobbyBrand: Plume BooksEdition: IllustratedFeatures: Plume BooksBinding: PaperbackFormat: IllustratedNumber Of Pages: 224Release Date: 01-08-1997Details: Product Description An extraordinary compilation of legends and rituals about nature's ever-present signs. From the birds that soar above us to the insects beneath our feet, Native American healer Bobby Lake-Thom shows how the creatures of the earth can aid us in healing and self-knowledge. “There are ancient secrets and lessons hidden in nature. If you seek for guidance, you will discover truth.”—Bobby Lake-Thom Much of the ancient knowledge that has been passed down from Native American medicine men, or shamans is in danger of being lost. Bobby Lake-Thom, a Native American healer known as Medicine Grizzly Bear, has sought to preserve this powerful heritage by sharing his wisdom and experience learning from the world around us. What does it mean if a hawk appears in a dream? What are the symbolic interpretation