“The original attitude of the American Indian toward the Eternal, the 'Great Mystery' that surrounds and embraces us, was as simple as it was exalted.”

— Charles Eastman

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About Charles Eastman

Author • American

Charles Eastman, also known as Ohiyesa, was a Santee Dakota physician, author, and advocate for Native American rights. Raised in traditional Dakota culture until his teens, he later graduated from Boston University...

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