Selu: Seeking the Corn-Mother's Wisdom

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Summary: The Corn Mother's Wisdom made me a better parent
Review: As a woman with ancestors of many cultures, and now raising a child of my own, I found Marilou Awiakta's conversations about Selu precious. Several years ago, I used the margins of my book to add my epiphanies and questions, as Ms. Awiakta suggests. Looking back at those thoughtful notes, I am touched by the way that this book became a journal, weaving its wisdom into my everyday life. I still ponder Ms. Awiakta's words in quiet moments, perhaps having forgotten exactly where they began. The spiral of wisdom that passes through each woman who reads this book did not begin within these pages, but is as old as the Corn Mother herself. I joyfully urge every mother to consider these practical and powerful conversations.

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Summary: Wonderful Journey
Review: I love all of her work, and these books on tape just add another element to the experience of Selu.

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Summary: an outstanding meditation on Cherokee culture
Review: Marilou is an old friend of my mom, so my opinion is biased. But, if you want to get inside the thoughts that built the Cherokee worldview, this is a good place to start. Unlike so many so-called "Indian" books, this one is authentic, and has soul.

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Summary: an outstanding meditation on Cherokee culture
Review: Marilou is an old friend of my mom, so my opinion is biased. But, if you want to get inside the thoughts that built the Cherokee worldview, this is a good place to start. Unlike so many so-called "Indian" books, this one is authentic, and has soul.

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Summary: A fascinating weaving of essays, poems and stories
Review: The Corn-Mother, called "Selu" by the Cherokee, is a living spirit to Native Americans. In Selu, poet and author Marilou Awiakta offers us the heart of the corn and introduces us to the traditional life-giving story of the Corn-Mother.

Among Selu's traditional survival wisdoms are strength, respect, balance, adaptability, and cooperation. Far from being irrevelant pieties, these teachings embody the concerns of today's society: women's issues, the environment, cultural diversity, and government.