
audiobook
by Charles A. Eastman, Elaine Goodale Eastman
E-text prepared by D. Alexander, Meredith Bach,
WIGWAM EVENINGS - SIOUX FOLK TALES RETOLD
NOTE
PREFACE
ILLUSTRATIONS
FIRST EVENING - THE BUFFALO AND THE FIELD-MOUSE
WIGWAM EVENINGS
FIRST EVENING
SECOND EVENING - THE FROGS AND THE CRANE
SECOND EVENING
Step into a campfire circle where ancient Sioux stories come alive in vibrant, accessible retellings. The collection gathers short myths, animal fables, and brave‑hearted adventures that echo the rhythm of oral tradition. Listeners hear clever tricksters, gentle spirits, and the playful Little Boy Man who roams a world without war. Each tale is framed simply, allowing the imagination to wander through endless plains and star‑lit skies.
Designed for younger ears yet rich enough for older listeners, the narratives balance familiar fairy‑tale elements with distinctive Native American flavor. From the rivalry of Heat and Frost to the magical chase of the Runaways, the stories illustrate moral lessons without heavy didacticism. Soft narration invites families to share the wonder around a fire or in a quiet classroom, fostering a sense of respect for a culture that has spoken these legends for generations.
Language
en
Duration
~2 hours (126K characters)
Publisher of text edition
Project Gutenberg
Release date
Feb 16, 2009
Rights
Public domain in the USA.
Subjects

1858–1939
A pioneering Dakota physician and writer, he brought Native life, history, and values to a wide audience through memoir, essays, and reform work. His books remain notable for the way they move between personal story and a larger vision of justice and cultural understanding.
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1863–1953
A child poetry prodigy who grew into a writer, teacher, and reformer, she spent much of her life writing about Native life and U.S. Indian policy. Her work bridges literature, education, and activism in a way that still feels vivid today.
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