Birds Through Indigenous Eyes

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The book offers an intimate exploration of the significance of birds in Native American culture, as revealed through conversations between anthropologist Dennis Gaffin and two Indigenous naturalists, Michael Bastine and John Volpe. It highlights the spiritual, psychological, and social roles birds play in the lives of Algonquin, Ojibwe, and Haudenosaunee peoples. The discussions contrast Indigenous beliefs with Western perspectives, illustrating how birds serve as spiritual guides and environmental indicators, while emphasizing their deep connections to human life and culture.