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From the Deep Woods to Civilization chronicles the extraordinary life of Charles Alexander Eastman, a Sioux Indian who overcame societal barriers to become a physician and advocate for his people. Weighing only 177 grams, this Dover Publications book offers a compact yet powerful historical narrative, highly rated by readers for its insightful and inspiring content.
| Customer Reviews | 4.8 out of 5 stars 88 Reviews |
J**I
Eastman ist einer der wenigen, der sich in der weissen Gesellschaft einen Namen machte
Als Indianerjunge aufgewachsen, wird er von seinem Vater schnell in die weisse Gesellschaft integriert. Er sah die Notwendigkeit dazu für seinen Sohn. Er wollte ihm ein besseres Leben ermöglichen. Eastman studierte Arzt und er wollte Zeitlebens für die Siouxindianer hilfreich sein. So half er 1890 nach dem Massaker am Wounted knee die verletzten zu versorgen.
B**A
UNE EXCEPTION
Ayant personnellement un ami Oglala Lakota, ce livre m'a particulièrement intéressée. Cet homme a eu une chance inouie, d'autant plus à l'époque où il a vécu ; il est tombé sur un internat où on l'a bien traité, a pu faire des études supérieurs, est devenu médecin. Quand on voit le taux de chômage (85%) actuel sur la Réserve de Pine Ridge, la vie de cet homme est une exception. Et cette "réussite" ne lui a pas fait oublier son peuple.
K**H
Five Stars
Interesting read
F**D
Four Stars
interesting,informative
J**J
The Story of an Inspirational Man
Beautifully written and gives great insight into what it was like growing up in America at the time of Ohiyesa. It's interesting to read about the outlook that he had on life, about Christianity and how it wasn't (and still isn't...let's face it) really being adhered to by those who claimed to be Christian. You really do sympathize with young Ohiyesa at the beginning of the book when his father wants his son to become more westernised, believing that this was the way forward for their country. The memoirs of Ohiyesa himself, in his own words. Great book!
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