How Can One Sell the Air?
Synopsis: We know that Native Americans have a long history of understanding the relationship between humans and the earth. Chief Seattle’s eloquent pleas to respect the “Sacred Web of Life” has become and inspiration to many.
But what did Chief Seattle really say? Our research led us to the version of the Suquamish elders from Seattle’s tribe include in their oral tradition, published in this new edition along with two popular twentieth century adaptations. A section of historical background explains the evolution of the speech and clears up the recent controversy surrounding its authenticity.
ISBN:0-913990-48-5