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Spider Woman: A Story Of Navajo Weavers And Chanters

Spider Woman: A Story Of Navajo Weavers And Chanters

Reichard, Gladys a.

Hardcover

Historical FiguresFiction AnthologiesWeaving & Spinning

ISBN10: 1164501917
ISBN13: 9781164501916
Publisher: Kessinger Pub Llc
Published: Sep 10 2010
Pages: 320
Weight: 1.41
Height: 0.88 Width: 6.00 Depth: 9.00
Language: English
Spider Woman: A Story of Navajo Weavers and Chanters is a non-fiction book written by Gladys A. Reichard. The book is a comprehensive account of the Navajo culture and their art of weaving. The author spent several years living with the Navajo people and studying their culture and traditions. The book covers various aspects of the Navajo way of life, including their beliefs, customs, and rituals. It explores the role of Spider Woman, a deity in Navajo mythology, who is believed to have taught the Navajo people the art of weaving. The book also delves into the significance of weaving in Navajo culture and the different types of weavings produced by Navajo weavers. Reichard provides detailed descriptions of the weaving process, from the selection of materials to the finished product. She also discusses the role of chanters in Navajo culture, who use songs and chants to invoke the spirits and bring about healing. Spider Woman: A Story of Navajo Weavers and Chanters is a richly detailed and informative book that provides a fascinating insight into the Navajo culture and their art of weaving. It is a valuable resource for anyone interested in Native American culture, art, 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.

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