The Sacred Mountains

By Joel Tyler Headley

Book Overview

""The Sacred Mountains"" by Joel Tyler Headley is a historical account of the Native American tribes and their relationship with the mountains of North America. The book is divided into two parts, with the first part focusing on the geography and geology of the mountains and the second part delving into the spiritual significance of the mountains for the Native American tribes.The author describes the various tribes that inhabited the mountain regions, such as the Sioux, Apache, and Navajo, and their unique traditions and beliefs surrounding the mountains. He also discusses the impact of European colonization on these tribes and their sacred lands.Throughout the book, Headley emphasizes the importance of respecting and preserving the natural beauty and spiritual significance of the mountains. He argues that the mountains are not just physical landmarks, but also hold deep cultural and spiritual significance for the Native American tribes.Overall, ""The Sacred Mountains"" is a thought-provoking and informative read for anyone interested in Native American history, spirituality, and environmentalism.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: 1163086789
• ISBN13: 9781163086780
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 194 Pages
• Weight: 0.59 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.4" x 6.0" x 9.0"