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'A Powwow Summer Across North America'
The Gathering of Nations is proud to announce a book by Dr. Lita Mathews Dr. of Philosophy Educational Thought & Sociocultural Studies.

Also Available on a 3 CD Audio Book featuring the voices of Indian Country. Click here for more information.
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This special 192 page paperback chronicles a Native American woman's sixteen years as a dancer in Native American powwows across North America and Canada.

Get a rare inside perspective that explores the intercultural identity and role of powwows as a cornerstone of an American Indian way of life.

"Through dancing and competing in powwows, I have achieved a personal growth measured by my awakening to the richness and breadth of Native American wisdom."

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What other's are saying about this book:

"It opened my eyes. It's a good combination of history, current issues, and the insider's view of powwows.", Lauren Brown
"It was a real a adventure zigzagging on the powwow trail, rich with descriptions of the color, music, and life of a dancer.", Valera Hayes, Concept Consulting
"[A] cultural artifact in its own right; [giving] a behind the scenes explanation to help orient folks to all that is happening [at a powwow.]", Dr. Kathryn Herr, Univ. of New Mexico, Educator
It's a wonderfully detailed account of the Powwow; this was a real behind the scenes story, a real exposé of what actually goes on.", Dr. Ruth Salvaggio, University of New Mexico, American Studies Dept.