The Osage Tribe: Two Versions Of The Child-Naming Rite

The Osage Tribe: Two Versions Of The Child-Naming Rite is a book written by Francis La Flesche. The book provides an in-depth look at the child-naming rite of the Osage Tribe, which is an important cultural tradition. The author presents two versions of the rite, which are both based on his personal experiences and research. The first version is the traditional Osage child-naming rite, which involves a complex set of rituals and ceremonies that are designed to ensure the child's health, happiness, and success in life. The second version is a modified version of the rite, which was developed by the author himself, and is intended to be more accessible to modern Osage families. The book also includes detailed descriptions of the various elements of the rite, including the naming ceremony, the selection of the child's name, and the role of the family and community in the process. Overall, The Osage Tribe: Two Versions Of The Child-Naming Rite is an informative and engaging book that provides a valuable insight into the cultural traditions of the Osage Tribe.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.

Author: Francis La Flesche
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Published: 03/01/2007
Pages: 160
Binding Type: Paperback
Weight: 0.63lbs
Size: 9.25h x 7.50w x 0.34d
ISBN: 9781432557386

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