The Journey of Tunuri and the Blue Dear - A Huichol Story (Paperback)

A contemporary adaptation of an indigenous Huichol teaching tale, illustrated with traditional yarn drawings by Huichol artisans
- Shares the hidden treasures of a nature-based indigenous culture
- A teaching tool for multicultural studies for children ages 6 to 9
- Explains who the Huichol people are and the symbolism of the images used by the artists
The Huichol Indians live in the remote regions of the Sierra Madre Mountains of western Mexico, where geographic isolation has allowed them to retain their culture and spiritual traditions in the face of colonization. Their nature-based way of life makes no distinction between the sacred and the secular, and they express their reverence for the powers of the earth by regarding all elements in nature as family.
"The Journey of Tunuri and the Blue Deer" is a modern adaptation of a traditional Huichol story depicting a young child finding his (or her) personal task in life by connecting with the powers of nature. The story is told through the experiences of young Tunuri, who becomes lost in the woods. He meets the magical Blue Deer--a messenger between the worlds of mortals and deities--who introduces Tunuri to Father Sun, Mother Earth, and others in the natural world, while leading him back to his human family. Through this lovely tale and the vivid illustrations done in the medium of traditional Huichol yarn drawings, children can learn about their place in the sacred web of life.

General

Imprint:	Bear
Country of origin:	United States
Release date:	September 2003
First published:	2003
Authors:	James Endredy
Dimensions:	216 x 288 x 8mm (L x W x T)
Format:	Paperback
Pages:	32
ISBN-13:	978-1-59143-016-2
Categories:	Books > Children's & Educational > Fiction > Fairy tales, folk tales, fables, magical tales & traditional stories Books > Children's Fiction & Fun > Fairy Tales, Folk Tales, Fables, Magical Tales & Traditional Stories Books > Children's Fiction & Fun > General Promotions
LSN:	1-59143-016-X
Barcode:	9781591430162

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