The Sacred Hoop: Recovering the Feminine in American Indian Traditions
The Sacred Hoop: Recovering the Feminine in American Indian Traditions
Nonfiction | Book | Adult | Published in 1992
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Nonfiction | Book | Adult | Published in 1992336
Book • Nonfiction
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Gender & Feminism•
Religion & Spirituality1992
Adult
18+ years
Super Short Summary
The Sacred Hoop: Recovering the Feminine in American Indian Traditions by Paula Gunn Allen explores the role of women in Native American spiritual and cultural practices. The text emphasizes the interconnectedness of gender, spirituality, and tradition, highlighting the historical and societal significance of feminine perspectives in Indigenous communities. Allen integrates scholarship, mythology, and personal insight.
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The Sacred Hoop: Recovering the Feminine in American Indian Traditions by Paula Gunn Allen offers insightful exploration into the role of women in Native American cultures, highlighting overlooked matriarchal traditions. Positively, it provides a compelling blend of scholarship and personal narrative. However, some may find its academic tone challenging. Overall, it enriches understanding of Indigenous feminism.
Who Should Read The Sacred Hoop: Recovering the Feminine in American Indian Traditions?
A reader interested in The Sacred Hoop would appreciate insights into Native American spirituality and feminism. Comparable works include Leslie Marmon Silko's Yellow Woman and a Beauty of the Spirit and Linda Hogan's Dwellings. Ideal for those exploring Indigenous perspectives and feminist theory.
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Book • Nonfiction
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Gender & Feminism•
Religion & Spirituality1992
Adult
18+ years
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