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Itse Selu
Paperback / softback
Main Details
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Itse Selu
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| Authors and Contributors |
By (author) Daniel Pennington
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Illustrated by Don Stewart
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| Physical Properties |
| Format:Paperback / softback | | Pages:32 | | Dimensions(mm): Height 214,Width 274 |
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| ISBN/Barcode |
9780881068504
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| Classifications | Dewey:813 |
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| Audience | | Children / Juvenile | | Primary | |
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Publishing Details |
| Publisher |
Charlesbridge Publishing,U.S.
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| Imprint |
Charlesbridge Publishing,U.S.
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| Publication Date |
1 February 1994 |
| Publication Country |
United States
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Description
Iste Selu is the Cherokee name for their harvest festival and this text provides an accessible and interesting vignette of Native American life before the coming of the Europeans.'
Author Biography
Step back in time for a captivating glimpse of Cherokee life in pre-Columbian North America. Join Little Wolf and his family as they prepare to celebrate Itse Selu, the harvest festival. As night approaches the village, the magic of anticipation fills the air. The luscious feast, Grandfather's storytelling, and the sacred corn dance weave a magical tapestry of tradition. ITSE SELU celebrates the rich and expressive spirit of the ancient Cherokee culture. The inclusion of Cherokee vocabulary introduces readers to their language and creates a unique texture. A pronunciation key, alphabet, and glossary are included. The remarkable realism of Don Stewart's illustrations transports us effortlessly to Little Wolf's peaceful world.
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