47 pages 1 hour read

Joseph M. Marshall III

The Lakota Way: Stories and Lessons in Living

Nonfiction | Book | Adult | Published in 2001

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Reviews & Readership

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The Lakota Way by Joseph M. Marshall III has been praised for its insightful exploration of Lakota culture and values through storytelling. Readers appreciate the engaging prose and the blending of historical context with moral lessons. However, some feel the book is repetitive and lacks depth in certain areas. Overall, it provides a valuable, though imperfect, cultural perspective.

Who should read this

Who Should Read The Lakota Way?

Readers who cherish indigenous wisdom, moral storytelling, and cultural history will find joy in Joseph M. Marshall III's The Lakota Way. Similar to Kent Nerburn’s Neither Wolf Nor Dog, this book appeals to those interested in spirituality, ethical lessons, and Native American traditions.

Recommended

Reading Age

16+years

Book Details

Themes
Life/Time: Aging
Identity: Indigenous
Topics
History: U.S.
Philosophy
History: World
Genre
Philosophy
Fantasy