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LoC No.: 16005508

Title: The Medicine-Men of the Apache. (1892 N 09 / 1887-1888 (pages 443-604))

Note: Reading ease score: 67.5 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.

Credits: Produced by PM for Bureau of American Ethnology, JoAnn
Greenwood, The Internet Archive and the Online Distributed
Proofreading Team at http: //www.pgdp.net (This file was
produced from images generously made available by the
Bibliothèque nationale de France (BnF/Gallica) at
http: //gallica.bnf.fr)

Summary: "The Medicine-Men of the Apache" by John G. Bourke is an ethnographic account written in the late 19th century. The book explores the roles, practices, and beliefs surrounding the medicine-men and women of the Apache tribe, delving into their methods of healing, their spiritual significance, and the cultural paraphernalia associated with their craft. Through detailed observations gathered from over two decades of experience with Native American tribes, Bourke highlights the fascinating interplay between medicine, mysticism, and identity within Apache society. At the start of the work, Bourke introduces the concept of the medicine-man as a pivotal figure among the Apache, serving as both healer and spiritual leader amidst ongoing conflicts with white settlers. He outlines the various attributes that qualify an individual for this role, including the pursuit of spiritual visions and the mastering of rituals. The opening portion also establishes a contrast between the Apache's healing practices—which blend natural remedies with spiritual rites—and the perceptions held by Caucasians about Native American cultures. Throughout, Bourke emphasizes the rich tapestry of Apache beliefs and the profound connections between their healing practices and broader social interactions, setting the stage for a deeper exploration of the subject matter in subsequent chapters. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Author: Bourke, John Gregory, 1846-1896

EBook No.: 42616

Published: Apr 29, 2013

Downloads: 596

Language: English

Subject: Apache Indians -- Medicine

Subject: Shamans -- New Mexico

Subject: Apache Indians -- Rites and ceremonies

Subject: Apache Indians -- Religion

LoCC: History: America: America

Category: Text

Rights: Public domain in the USA.

This edition has images.

LoC No.: 16005508

Title: The Medicine-Men of the Apache. (1892 N 09 / 1887-1888 (pages 443-604))

Note: Reading ease score: 67.5 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.

Credits: Produced by PM for Bureau of American Ethnology, JoAnn
Greenwood, The Internet Archive and the Online Distributed
Proofreading Team at http: //www.pgdp.net (This file was
produced from images generously made available by the
Bibliothèque nationale de France (BnF/Gallica) at
http: //gallica.bnf.fr)

Summary: "The Medicine-Men of the Apache" by John G. Bourke is an ethnographic account written in the late 19th century. The book explores the roles, practices, and beliefs surrounding the medicine-men and women of the Apache tribe, delving into their methods of healing, their spiritual significance, and the cultural paraphernalia associated with their craft. Through detailed observations gathered from over two decades of experience with Native American tribes, Bourke highlights the fascinating interplay between medicine, mysticism, and identity within Apache society. At the start of the work, Bourke introduces the concept of the medicine-man as a pivotal figure among the Apache, serving as both healer and spiritual leader amidst ongoing conflicts with white settlers. He outlines the various attributes that qualify an individual for this role, including the pursuit of spiritual visions and the mastering of rituals. The opening portion also establishes a contrast between the Apache's healing practices—which blend natural remedies with spiritual rites—and the perceptions held by Caucasians about Native American cultures. Throughout, Bourke emphasizes the rich tapestry of Apache beliefs and the profound connections between their healing practices and broader social interactions, setting the stage for a deeper exploration of the subject matter in subsequent chapters. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Author: Bourke, John Gregory, 1846-1896

EBook No.: 42616

Published: Apr 29, 2013

Downloads: 596

Language: English

Subject: Apache Indians -- Medicine

Subject: Shamans -- New Mexico

Subject: Apache Indians -- Rites and ceremonies

Subject: Apache Indians -- Religion

LoCC: History: America: America

Category: Text

Rights: Public domain in the USA.