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Paula Gunn Allen curates a series of goddess narratives from the rich oral heritage of North America’s Indigenous peoples. The stories articulate a vision of personal liberty and collective harmony, emphasizing open communication among humans, animals, and spirits. They weave magic with disciplined practice, illustrating a delicate equilibrium between the sacred and the everyday.
First publish date: 1991
Genre: Religious & Spiritual Fiction/Religious Fiction
Authors: Paula Gunn Allen
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