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The People Shall Continue

Name: The People Shall Continue
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Book Synopsis: Told in the rhythms of traditional oral narrative, this powerful telling of the history of the Native/Indigenous peoples of North America recounts their story from Creation to the invasion and usurpation of Native lands. As more and more people arrived, The People saw that the new men did not respect the land. The People witnessed the destruction of their Nations and the enslavement of their people. The People fought hard, but eventually agreed to stop fighting and signed treaties.Many things changed and became more difficult, but The People continued to farm and create crafts. They remembered and told their children, "You are Shawnee. You are Lakota. You are Pima. You Acoma. . . . You are all these Nations of the People." The People held onto their beliefs and customs and found solidarity with other oppressed people. And despite struggles against greed, destruction of their lands, and oppression, The People persisted."The times call on all of us to share The People Shall Continue. Ortiz reminds us that we must come together to save our planet." --Debbie Reese (Nambe Pueblo), PhD and publisher, American Indians in Children's Literature Read more

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Experience the powerful and captivating history of the Native/Indigenous peoples of North America with "The People Shall Continue" book. Delivered in the rhythmic tones of traditional oral storytelling, this narrative takes you on a journey from the time of Creation to the haunting invasion and colonization of Native lands.

Witness the struggles and resilience of The People as they brave the arrival of newcomers who fail to respect the land. From witnessing the destruction of their Nations to the enslavement of their people, The People fought bravely but eventually sought peace by signing treaties. Despite the challenges that followed, they persisted.

The People Shall Continue not only sheds light on the historic plight of Native/Indigenous peoples but also highlights their unwavering commitment to their beliefs and customs. They continued to farm, create crafts, and pass down their heritage to the next generation. As the story unfolds, you will discover the solidarity The People found with other oppressed communities in their shared struggle against greed and the destruction of their lands.

Now more than ever, the lessons within The People Shall Continue are relevant. As we face the urgent need to heal our planet and bring people together, Ortiz reminds us that unity is crucial. Let us come together, embrace diversity, and save our environment for future generations.

Experience the transformative power of "The People Shall Continue" as it enlightens, educates, and inspires. Join us in this journey and discover why this book is a must-read for all who care about the preservation of our history and the protection of our planet.

Click here to get your copy of "The People Shall Continue" and embark on this extraordinary historical voyage.

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