Ways of Our Grandfathers compliments David D Plain's previous
book, The Plains of Aamjiwnaang. While his first book focused on
the history of the Ahnishenahbek (Chippewa) of Aamjiwnaang
territory Ways of Our Grandfathers describes Ahnishenahbek culture
and traditions from the pre and early contact period with
Europeans. It covers such anthropological topics as social life,
economic life, and religious life. Clear descriptions of
characteristics, language, political structure, band designations
and their totemic system are illustrated. Gatherings, games and
stories are depicted with vivid illustrations. Construction of
their dwellings and canoes are described as well as methods of
hunting, fishing and sugar making. Trade routes and places of trade
are given as well as types of trade goods. Religious life is
detailed and includes a description of the political structure of
the Midewiwin Medicine Society, healing practices and death
customs. The book includes an appendix listing many traditional
medicines. Another appendix provides a detailed description of a
Midewiwin initiation ceremony performed on the banks of the St.
Clair River recorded verbatim by a local missionary.
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