The Earth's Blanket: Traditional Teachings for Sustainable Living - Turner, Nancy

Clean, tight, unmarked; absolute minimal wear; appears unread; Early in the 20th century, ethnographer James Teit wrote of the belief among the Nlaka'pmx people that plants and grasses are the blanket of the earth, and that if too much vegetation is destroyed, the earth weeps. In this book, ethnobotanist Nancy J. Turner explores the wealth of ecological knowledge and the spiritual connection to the natural world that is fundamental to indigenous cultures. Their teachings describe a rich variety of methods of harvesting - while maintaining and enhancing - our natural resources. More than just stories, these narratives underlie a belief system that informs everyday attitudes toward the earth.
Very Good
Soft cover
Douglas & McIntyre
2007
Vancouver, BC