The collection illustrates the deep connection between the Sioux people and the natural world. Animals often serve as characters in these stories, and their behavior often reflects human qualities, which helps convey morals that are both culturally specific and universally relatable. The story of the Field-Mouse and Buffalo, for instance, highlights themes of humility, the dangers of arrogance, and the importance of respect for others—values that transcend time and culture. "Wigwam Evenings" provides both a window into Sioux culture and timeless lessons that are relevant to readers of all backgrounds. The storytelling tradition showcased in this book remains a vital part of preserving Native American heritage while fostering a deep appreciation for nature and shared human values. (Summary by afutterer)
Chapters
1
Note and Preface Read by KirksVoice 5:35
2
Second Evening Featuring The Tale of The Frogs and The Crane Read by KirksVoice 6:14
3
Third Evening Featuring The Tale of The Eagle and The Beaver Read by KirksVoice 3:24
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Fourth Evening Featuring The Tale of The War Party Read by KirksVoice 4:36
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Fifth Evening Featuring The Tale of The Falcon and The Duck Read by KirksVoice 5:33
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Sixth Evening Featuring The Tale of The Raccoon and The Bee-Tree Read by KirksVoice 6:59
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Seventh Evening Featuring The Tale of The Badger and The Bear Read by KirksVoice 5:34
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Eighth Evening Featuring The Tale of The Good-Luck Token Read by KirksVoice 4:38
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Ninth Evening Featuring The Tale of Enktomee and His Bundle of Songs Read by KirksVoice 5:57
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Tenth Evening Featuring The Tale of Unktomee and The Elf Read by KirksVoice 5:15
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Eleventh Evening Featuring The Tale of The Festival of The Little People Read by KirksVoice 4:02
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Twelfth Evening Featuring The Tale of Eya and Devourer Read by KirksVoice 5:31
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Thirteenth Evening Featuring The Tale of The Wars of Wa-Kee-Yan and Unk-Tay-Hee Read by KirksVoice 4:17
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Fourteenth Evening Featuring The Tale of The Little Boy Man Read by KirksVoice 5:21
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Fifteenth Evening Featuring The Tale of The Return of The Little Boy Man Read by KirksVoice 4:33
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Sixteenth Evening Featuring The Tale of The First Battle Read by KirksVoice 4:57
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Seventeenth Evening Featuring The Tale of The Beloved Sun Read by KirksVoice 4:34
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Eighteenth Evening Featuring The Tale of Wood-Chopper and Berry-Picker Read by KirksVoice 6:20
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Ninteenth Evening Featuring The Tale of The Son-In-Law Read by KirksVoice 4:56
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Twentieth Evening Featuring The Tale of The Comrades Read by KirksVoice 7:19
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Twenty-First Evening Featuring The Tale of The Laugh-Maker Read by KirksVoice 5:39
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Twenty-Second Evening Featuring The Tale of The Runaways Read by KirksVoice 6:05
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Twenty-Third Evening Featuring The Tale of The Girl Who Married The Sun Read by KirksVoice 4:29
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Twenty-Fourth Evening Featuring The Tale of North Wind and Star Boy Read by KirksVoice 4:32
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Twenty-Fifth Evening Featuring The Tale of The Ten Virgins Read by KirksVoice 5:01
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Twenty-Sixth Evening Featuring The Tale of The Magic Arrows Read by KirksVoice 7:04
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Twenty-Seventh Evening Featuring The Tale of The Ghost Wife Read by KirksVoice 6:17
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