The Sun Girl: A True Story About Dawamana, The Little Hopi Indian Maid Of Old Oraibi In Arizona And Of How She Learned The Butterfly (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781163187166)

The Sun Girl is a non-fiction book that tells the true story of Dawamana, a young Hopi Indian girl who lived in the village of Old Oraibi in Arizona. Written by Elizabeth Polingaysi Qoyawayma, a Hopi Indian herself, the book describes Dawamana's journey as she learns the Butterfly Dance, a traditional dance performed by Hopi women.The story begins with Dawamana's childhood in Old Oraibi, where she lived with her family in a small adobe house. Despite the challenges of living in a remote desert village, Dawamana's life was filled with wonder and magic. She spent her days playing with her friends, learning from her elders, and exploring the natural world around her.As Dawamana grew older, she became interested in learning the Butterfly Dance, a sacred dance that was performed only by Hopi women. The dance was said to bring rain and fertility to the crops, and was an important part of Hopi culture.Dawamana's journey to learn the Butterfly Dance took her to the nearby village of Moencopi, where she met a group of women who were experts in the dance. Under their guidance, Dawamana learned the intricate steps and movements of the dance, and practiced tirelessly until she was able to perform it with grace and beauty.The Sun Girl is a touching and inspiring story of one young girl's determination to learn and preserve her cultural heritage. It offers a unique glimpse into the rich and vibrant culture of the Hopi Indians, and celebrates the power of tradition and community in shaping our lives.The Author Is Also Known As Elizabeth Q. White.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

Author: Elizabeth Polingaysi Qoyawayma
ISBN-10: 116318716X
ISBN-13: 9781163187166
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 09/10/2010
Pages: 52
Format: Paperback
Weight: 0.18lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.11d