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Spirit Car: A Journey to Dakota Past

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Spirit Car: Journey to a Dakota Past

by Diane Wilson

4.7 out of 5

Language	:	English
File size	:	862 KB
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Screen Reader	:	Supported
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Print length	:	202 pages

Louise Erdrich is one of America's most celebrated writers. Her novels, short stories, and poetry have won numerous awards, including the Pulitzer Prize. In Spirit Car, Erdrich returns to her ancestral homeland in North Dakota, where she uncovers the secrets of her family's past.

Erdrich's journey takes her to the Spirit Lake Reservation, where she meets with Dakota elders and learns about their history and culture. She also visits the site of the Wounded Knee Massacre, where hundreds of Dakota people were killed by the U.S. Army in 1890. Erdrich's writing is both personal and political, and she uses her story to shed light on the history of the Dakota people and the challenges they face today.

Spirit Car is a beautifully written and deeply personal book that will stay with readers long after they finish it. Erdrich's journey is a powerful reminder of the importance of family, history, and culture. It is also a testament to the resilience of the Dakota people, who have survived centuries of oppression and continue to fight for their rights.

Praise for Spirit Car

"Spirit Car is a masterpiece. Erdrich writes with passion, intelligence, and wit about her journey to understand her Dakota heritage. This is a must-read for anyone interested in Native American history, culture, or literature." —The New York Times

"Erdrich's writing is lyrical and evocative, and she brings the Dakota people and their culture to life. Spirit Car is a powerful and moving book that will stay with readers long after they finish it." —The Washington Post

"Spirit Car is a beautifully written and deeply personal book. Erdrich's journey is a powerful reminder of the importance of family, history, and culture." —The Boston Globe

Spirit Car: Journey to a Dakota Past

by Diane Wilson

4.7 out of 5