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Spider Woman's Web: Traditional Native American Tales about Women's Power Book

Storytelling is an ancient art, yet it is as poignant today as it was a millennium ago. North American native storytelling in particular offers numerous legends that echo contemporary feminine struggles and desires. This relationship was not lost on Susan Hazen-Hammond, who gathered this expertly retold collection of brief stories that include magical sages, feminine healers, murdering mothers, and reluctant women warriors. At the end of each chapter, the author offers exercises and meditations that help women relate these mythical stories to everyday life. For example, following a selection of warrior stories, Hazen-Hammond encourages women to imagine themselves as warriors. She then examines how the warrior metaphors and archetypes lend themselves to the experiences of the modern workplace. In another section, "The Quilt of Men's Eyes" (named after a Seneca tale), Hazen-Hammond explores the age-old story of women stifling their creative longings to appease the men of the tribe or because of male fear of feminine power. A generous section in the back titled "For Further Reading" and a thorough index make this a useful reference book as well as an intriguing read. --Gail HudsonRead More

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  • Product Description

    Ancient storytelling meets modern psychology--in the most unique and inspiring book for women since Women Who Run with the Wolves.

    In the Americas, the oral tradition has created one of the oldest surviving bodies of literature on earth. Native American storytelling, in particular, stands out for its distinctive honoring of womanly power and the female forces of the universe.

    Gathered here are traditional versions of stories and songs that best portray this strength and vitality. Illuminating the scope of human behavior--from treacherous mates and medicine men to magical sages and murderous mothers--these tales offer universal truths. And for readers who wish to explore the transformative healing gifts of these stories in a more personal way, each is accompanied by thought- provoking exercises and meditations. Also included are brief introductions to provide historical and cultural context.

    Entertaining, educational, and inspirational, this collection of timeless wisdom will shed light on the lives of readers for generations to come.

    * For readers of the bestselling Women Who Run with the Wolves and the Starhawk books
    * Inventive combination of ancient wisdom and modern self-help
    * Includes stories from many Native American traditions, covering a cross-section of tribes and regions across the country
    * From the author of Timelines of Native American History
    * Includes practical exercises and inspiring meditations
    * Each story includes an introduction (establishing its historical and cultural context) and a special icon (for tribes and regions)

  • 0399525467
  • 9780399525469
  • Susan Hazen-Hammond
  • 1 November 1999
  • Perigee Books
  • Paperback (Book)
  • 256
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