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even as it brings to light the remarkable accomplishments of those whom history has

As everyone—from Baby's nima (mom) to nadi (big sister) to cheii (grandfather)—tries to elicit the joyous sound from Baby

sprawling imagination

and Indigenous resilience

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The Power of Story: On Truth, the Trickster, and New Fictions for a New Era christianity even as it brings toAward winning Indigenous author Harold R. Johnson discusses the promise and potential of storytelling. Approached by an ecumenical society representing many faiths, from Judeo Christians to fellow members of First Nations, Harold R. Johnson agreed to host a group who wanted to hear him speak about the power of storytelling. This book is the outcome of that gathering. In The Power of Story, Johnson explains the role of storytelling in every aspect of