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Name: Neither wolf nor dog
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Author: Kent Nerburn

In 'Neither wolf nor dog,' an elderly Dakota narrator guides readers on a travelogue through Indian towns, revealing the intricate social customs, philosophical traditions, and everyday realities of Dakota communities living on Western U.S. reservations. Through vivid character portraits and personal reflections, the book provides a biographical lens on the social conditions and cultural heritage of the Dakota people.

First publish date: 1994

Genre: Biography & Autobiography/Biography

Authors: Kent Nerburn

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