Book
Oklahoma Seminoles: medicines, magic, and religion
University of Oklahoma Press • 166 • 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.
- 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