Navajo tradition, Mormon life the autobiography and teachings of Jim Dandy / Robert S. McPherson, Jim Dandy, and Sarah E. Burak.

Author/creator McPherson, Robert S., 1947-
Other author Dandy, Jim, 1940-
Other author Burak, Sarah E.
Format Electronic
Publication InfoSalt Lake City : University of Utah Press,
Descriptionxiv, 292 p. : ill. ; 23 cm.
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Contents Jim's life and times in perspective: an overview of navajo and mormon history -- Praying to jesus, standing for monster slayer: traditional navajo syncretism and lds beliefs -- Jim?s early years: ?only a stick is left standing? -- Learning of navajo culture: teachings of the hogan and life -- Boarding schools and placement: education in the dandy family -- Of mission, college, and marriage: the ties that bind -- Education as a life?s work: serving the people -- Holy people, the creation, and its end: the navajo world -- Animals, birds, and insects: their place and power -- Offerings, songs, and ceremonies: interacting with the holy people -- The light and dark sides: avoiding and curing evil.
Bibliography noteIncludes bibliographical references (p.279-284) and index.
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Technical detailsMode of access: World Wide Web
Genre/formElectronic books.
LCCN 2012009783
ISBN9781607811947 (pbk. : alk. paper)

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