Encyclopedia of Native American Healing (1997. Corr. 2nd Printing)

by William S. Lyon

Book Overview

With more than 1,200 entries, the Encyclopedia of Native American Healing introduces readers to renowned Native American healers throughout history; societies and divisions into which healers were categorized; sacred objects used in healing rituals and how each was used; types of healing ceremonies conducted; plants used to increase healing powers; symbolic motifs used in healing rituals; major concepts that formed Native American healing traditions;...

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0393317358
• ISBN13: 9780393317350
• Release Date: March 1998
• Publisher: W. W. Norton & Company
• Length: 412 Pages
• Weight: 1.86 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.9" x 7.3" x 10.3"

Customer Reviews

Encyclopedia of Native American Healing

Very Information. Shows that the natives had knowledge of natural medicine way before the europeans arrived here.