"In this new edition of a classic, David Rockwell describes the captivating and awe-inspiring presence of the bear in Native American rituals. The bear played a central role in shamanic rights, initiation, healing and hunting ceremonies, and new year celebrations. Considered tog…
Bears are iconic animals, playing a variety of roles in human culture. They have been portrayed as gods, monsters, kings, fools, brothers, lovers, and dancers; they are seen as protectors of the forest; symbols of masculinity; a comfort for children; and act as symbols for conse…
The essays collected here provide a rich selection of views on the human/bear relationships. They explore how bears are an influence in contemporary art, and how they are represented in the illustrations in children's literature and in museum exhibitions. The connection between …
Bears are iconic animals, playing a variety of roles in human culture. They have been portrayed as gods, monsters, kings, fools, brothers, lovers, and dancers; they are seen as protectors of the forest; symbols of masculinity; a comfort for children; and act as symbols for conse…
Introduction -- Bear Shamans and Plant Healers -- Bear Caves and Neanderthals -- Bear Ancestors -- Forest Maidens and Wild Mountain People -- Meeting Maheohovan -- Grandmothers' Stories -- The Cave, the Bear and the Woman -- The Vital Force in Vegetation -- The Bear King and the…
Since the beginning of human history, bears have been regarded as animals of great power. Ethnobotanist and cultural anthropologist Wolf Storl, who spent years in the wilderness with bears, explores the fascinating relationship between bears and humans, including the history, my…
"Since the beginning of human history, bears have been regarded as animals of great power. Ethnobotanist and cultural anthropologist Wolf Storl, who spent years in the wilderness with bears, explores the fascinating relationship between bears and humans, including the history, m…
Goldilocks and the three bears
by Ransom, Candice F., Bryant, Laura J.
fromBrighter child keepsake story
Lost in the woods, a tired and hungry girl finds the house of the three bears where she helps herself to food and goes to sleep.
Goldilocks and the three bears
by Ransom, Candice F., Bryant, Laura J.
fromBrighter child keepsake story
Lost in the woods, a tired and hungry little girl finds the house of the three bears where she helps herself to food and goes to sleep.
Goldilocks and the three bears
by Ransom, Candice, Bryant, Laura J.
fromBrighter child keepsake story
Lost in the woods, a tired and hungry little girl finds the house of the three bears where she helps herself to food and goes to sleep.