This Native Heart

This Native Heart is a memoir written by Amy Requa Russell. The book is a personal account of the author's journey to connect with her Native American heritage. Russell is of mixed ancestry and grew up with very little knowledge of her Native American roots. However, as she grew older, she felt a strong pull towards understanding her heritage and reconnecting with her ancestors.The book is divided into three parts, each representing a different phase of Russell's journey. In the first part, she explores her family history and the stories of her ancestors. She also delves into the history of Native Americans in general, discussing their struggles and triumphs.In the second part, Russell describes her experiences attending powwows and other Native American events. She also talks about her travels to various Native American reservations and the people she meets along the way. Through these experiences, she learns more about her culture and begins to feel a sense of belonging.The third part of the book is focused on Russell's personal growth and the lessons she has learned on her journey. She discusses the importance of embracing one's heritage and the impact it can have on one's life. She also talks about the challenges she faced and the obstacles she had to overcome to fully embrace her Native American identity.Overall, This Native Heart is a powerful and inspiring memoir that explores the journey of self-discovery and the importance of cultural heritage. It is a must-read for anyone interested in Native American history and culture, as well as those on their own personal journey of self-discovery.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.

Amy Requa Russell (1896-1985) was a published poet and a prizewinning playwright.
Andrew Rolle is retired from Occidental College in Los Angeles, where he was Cleland Professor of History.