Ants, Indians, and Little Dinosaurs
A Celebration of Man & Nature for the 75th Anniversary of Natural History Magazine
- 386 pages
- 14 hours of reading
Selected from Natural History and Edited by Alan Ternes.
Oliver La Farge Book order (chronological)
December 19, 1901 – August 2, 1963
Oliver La Farge was an American writer and anthropologist whose work predominantly explores Native American culture. His fiction and non-fiction writings delve into the traditions and lives of indigenous peoples, earning him significant recognition. La Farge's short stories appeared in notable magazines, showcasing his distinctive narrative style. His approach was characterized by deep understanding and respect for the cultures he depicted.
Capturing the essence of the Southwest in 1915, Oliver La Farge's Pulitzer Prize-winning first novel is an enduring American classic. At a ceremonial dance, the young, earnest silversmith Laughing Boy falls in love with Slim Girl, a beautiful but elusive "American"-educated Navajo. As they experience all of the joys and uncertainties of first love, the couple must face a changing way of life and its tragic consequences.
Die Welt der Indianer
- 255 pages
- 9 hours of reading
Slavná a zfilmovaná (W. S. Van Dyke, 1934) kniha o zápase amerických přistěhovalců s Navahy, do kterého vstoupí láska. Autor za ni získal Pulitzerovu cenu.
