Songs, Blood Deep nations All cultures and communities narrated

All cultures and communities narrated and documented their histories and imaginations through a variety of media

But how will they decide who's right

Includes sustainable gardening methods from seed preparation to harvest

contribute thoughtful and heartfelt pieces on their experiences growing up Indigenous

Amid the movement to protect the land and the water that millions depend on for life

Songs, Blood Deep nations All cultures and communities narrated"The poems are quiet and powerful, understated and deeply moving." Carter Revard. What flows deep from the heart songs of these poems is Gwen Westerman's proud and profound engagement with and transmission of closely held cultural values of the Dakota people. Originating from the prairies of the Great Plains, this is a collection that affirms a passion for family, community, and the environment. Westerman draws upon both English and the Dakota