Time in early America when the Indian Nations lived undisturbed by European intervention comes alive. A great lake fixes an assortment of native traditions and cultures. Forested hills, open grassy meadows, green river valleys and rocky mountain retreats bound this great body of water. These natural boundaries form the secluded homelands of neighboring tribes that circumvent the perimeter of a large lake. The rite of passage into manhood of a young Indian is followed. The saga of a boy becoming a warrior unfolds in a series of adventurous episodes. The ensuing encounters reveal the variety of spiritual beliefs, living standards and tribal practices among the first nations. The young hero is led upon a journey directed by the foretelling from the spirit world. An assortment of native characters appears to reveal the details of life passing long ago in the wilderness. The fullness of living free in the woods and forests of America is shared. The reader fully participates through transportation into primitive rustic American existence.

Bill NDI's Bleeding Red: Cameroon in Black and White is another masterpiece from a poet with a deeply political vision. This collection of poems with Cameroon as the particular focal point is a paragon of socio-political and cultural alertness in verse that will get every reader on their toes. Bill NDI's world is fraught with topsy-turvydom. It is a world darkened by experience and a keen sense of the wrongs plaguing his beloved country. He points out, without preaching, where it all went wrong, how it can, or what it will take to, be redeemed. The acerbity of Bill NDI's criticism runs from the very first poem of the collection 'Anthem for Essingang' through "The Promise" to the very last one "Papa Ngando Yi Mimba for Camelun". What a clime characterised by a ìclan of mbokos, clan of banditsî! It is just natural that as they perpetrate ìdeath and sadnessî in his beloved fatherland, nothing but ìdisgraceî, ìgreat shameî, and ìrepudiationî awaits them for evermore.

In Ladakh, the ancient art of storytelling is vanishing, threatened by modern forms of entertainment. Once, families would gather around a crackling fire on chilly winter nights, eagerly absorbing folktales, legends, and customs passed down through generations. These captivating stories were the essence of Ladakh’s traditional lifestyle, woven with historical insights and cherished beliefs. Sadly, these oral traditions were rarely written down, leaving them vulnerable to oblivion as society evolves. Many extraordinary tales have already faded into obscurity. However, Dr. Nordan Otzer, a dedicated medical doctor, embarked on a mission to safeguard this fading heritage. As he worked in the villages, he listened attentively to the people he encountered, capturing their captivating narratives. Now, in a remarkable book, Dr. Otzer has compiled these treasured stories, ensuring their preservation for generations to come. Through his efforts, the rich tapestry of Ladakh’s folklore, customs, and legends is lovingly preserved and shared with a wider audience. Join the journey as these captivating tales transport you to a realm where history and imagination intertwine, breathing life back into a cherished tradition.

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