Navaho Life Of Yesterday And Today

By Katharine Luomala

Book Overview

Navaho Life Of Yesterday And Today is a comprehensive book that provides a detailed account of the Navajo people's way of life, both in the past and present. The author, Katharine Luomala, is an expert in Navajo culture and has spent many years studying and living among the Navajo people. The book is divided into two parts, with the first part focusing on Navajo life in the past. It covers topics such as the Navajo creation story, traditional Navajo beliefs and rituals, the role of women in Navajo society, and the importance of weaving and other crafts. The author also describes the impact of European colonization on Navajo life and how the Navajo people adapted to these changes.The second part of the book focuses on Navajo life today, with a particular emphasis on the challenges facing the Navajo people in the modern world. This includes issues such as poverty, unemployment, and the struggle to maintain traditional ways of life in the face of modernization. The author also provides insights into Navajo politics and governance, as well as the role of education in Navajo society.Throughout the book, Luomala draws on her extensive research and personal experiences to provide a rich and nuanced portrayal of Navajo life. She also includes numerous photographs and illustrations to help readers visualize the people, places, and traditions she describes. Overall, Navaho Life Of Yesterday And Today is an invaluable resource for anyone interested in Navajo culture and history.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.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1432572466
• ISBN13: 9781432572464
• Release Date: March 2007
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 132 Pages
• Weight: 0.69 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.3" x 8.3" x 11.0"