Book

Oklahoma Seminoles: medicines, magic, and religion

University of Oklahoma Press166 • Published In 1984 • Pages: xxii, 279 , plates

By: Howard, James H. (James Henri), Lena, Willie.

Abstract
This source presents an overview of selected aspects of Oklahoma Seminole culture based primarily on information obtained from the author's chief informant and collaborator, Willie Lena. Lena is described as a 'traditional' Oklahoma Seminole and is also responsible for most of the numerous illustrations of Oklahoma Seminole life presented in the source. The author's objective in basing his description of Oklahoma Seminole culture on information provided by Lena and other Oklahoma Seminole informants is to present that culture 'as it is seen and interpreted by its more traditional members'. The topics covered in the source include herbal and non-herbal remedies, witchcraft and magic, ceremonialism, dancing, athletic sports and games, supernaturals, hunting, childhood, and funeral practices. An introductory chapter also presents a summary of Florida and Oklahoma Seminole history.
Subjects
Flora
Medical therapy
Ethnobotany
Organized ceremonial
Sorcery
Representative art
Musical instruments
Athletic sports
Sacred objects and places
Dance
culture
Seminole
HRAF PubDate
2003
Region
North America
Sub Region
Eastern Woodlands
Document Type
Book
Evaluation
Creator Types
Ethnologist
Indigenous Person
Document Rating
5: Excellent Primary Data
Analyst
Gerald Reid ; 1989
Field Date
1975-1981
Coverage Date
mid nineteenth century - 1982
Coverage Place
Oklahoma, United States
Notes
By James H. Howard in collaboration with Willie Lena
Includes bibliographical references (p. 261-266) and index
LCCN
83040328
LCSH
Seminole Indians