Raven Hail, a member of the Cherokee Nation of Oklahoma, served as the editor of The Raven Speaks, a journal dedicated to Cherokee culture. Her literary contributions delve into the rich tapestry of Cherokee traditions and mythology. Through her narratives, she explores themes intertwined with nature, spirituality, and cultural identity. Hail's work offers readers a unique window into the enduring legacy of the Cherokee people.
Native American Stories of Inspiration, Humor, and Life
Leading writers and poets, such as LeAnne Howe, Julian Lang, Caren Wallace, and Sulieman Allen, contribute to this collection of stories that captures the Native American spirit, humor, and reality. "Hozho," the Navajo word meaning walking in beauty, explores such themes as invisibility, transcendence, the oral tradition, and the role of humor and irony in Indian culture.
Describes the Cherokee astrological calendar and explains the significance of each of the twenty day signs and thirteen numbers that comprise the calendar.