Ancient Earth and the First Ancestors: A Cultural and Geological Journey
In this sequel to “Talking Rocks” an earth
scientist and an Ojibwe elder travel across Minnesota exploring
the ancient rocks that make up a large part of that state.

As the geologist describes how these rocks formed and brings
to life the ancient worlds they created, the elder, through
Native American stories, oral history, culture, and science
illustrates how his people had an intimate understanding of,
and respect for, these ancient rocks and the land they gave
shape to.

Traveling from Ely, Grand Portage, Gunflint Lake, and Isle Royale in the
northern part of the state south to Jeffers, Mor¬ton, and Blue Mounds State
Park the two find themselves discussing such diverse topics as the nature of
science, holistic geology, mining, science and spirituality, the legacy of the fur
trade, significance of the Little Spirit Tree, and much more.

Ancient Earth and the First Ancestors not only tells a
fascinating story that spans billions of years, but is also
a wonderful chronicle of two people from different cultural
and scientific heritages learning to understand, appreciate,
and see the value and importance in each other’s way of
viewing this land and the planet we all call home.
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Ancient Earth and the First Ancestors: A Cultural and Geological Journey
In this sequel to “Talking Rocks” an earth
scientist and an Ojibwe elder travel across Minnesota exploring
the ancient rocks that make up a large part of that state.

As the geologist describes how these rocks formed and brings
to life the ancient worlds they created, the elder, through
Native American stories, oral history, culture, and science
illustrates how his people had an intimate understanding of,
and respect for, these ancient rocks and the land they gave
shape to.

Traveling from Ely, Grand Portage, Gunflint Lake, and Isle Royale in the
northern part of the state south to Jeffers, Mor¬ton, and Blue Mounds State
Park the two find themselves discussing such diverse topics as the nature of
science, holistic geology, mining, science and spirituality, the legacy of the fur
trade, significance of the Little Spirit Tree, and much more.

Ancient Earth and the First Ancestors not only tells a
fascinating story that spans billions of years, but is also
a wonderful chronicle of two people from different cultural
and scientific heritages learning to understand, appreciate,
and see the value and importance in each other’s way of
viewing this land and the planet we all call home.
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Ancient Earth and the First Ancestors: A Cultural and Geological Journey

Ancient Earth and the First Ancestors: A Cultural and Geological Journey

Ancient Earth and the First Ancestors: A Cultural and Geological Journey

Ancient Earth and the First Ancestors: A Cultural and Geological Journey


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Overview

In this sequel to “Talking Rocks” an earth
scientist and an Ojibwe elder travel across Minnesota exploring
the ancient rocks that make up a large part of that state.

As the geologist describes how these rocks formed and brings
to life the ancient worlds they created, the elder, through
Native American stories, oral history, culture, and science
illustrates how his people had an intimate understanding of,
and respect for, these ancient rocks and the land they gave
shape to.

Traveling from Ely, Grand Portage, Gunflint Lake, and Isle Royale in the
northern part of the state south to Jeffers, Mor¬ton, and Blue Mounds State
Park the two find themselves discussing such diverse topics as the nature of
science, holistic geology, mining, science and spirituality, the legacy of the fur
trade, significance of the Little Spirit Tree, and much more.

Ancient Earth and the First Ancestors not only tells a
fascinating story that spans billions of years, but is also
a wonderful chronicle of two people from different cultural
and scientific heritages learning to understand, appreciate,
and see the value and importance in each other’s way of
viewing this land and the planet we all call home.

Product Details

BN ID: 2940013482074
Publisher: Rockflower Press
Publication date: 12/02/2011
Sold by: Barnes & Noble
Format: eBook
Pages: 213
File size: 2 MB

About the Author

Ron Morton is a professor in the Department of Geological Sciences at the University of Minnesota-Duluth, where he teaches courses in Introductory Geology, Economic Geology, and Volcanology. His main area of research is the physical volcanology of ancient volcanoes and their associated mineral resources. Long a passionate contributor to the public awareness of geology and the advancement of geological education, Ron enjoys explaining the processes and activities of our dynamic planet in everyday language and experience.

Carl Gawboy, a member of the Bois Forte Band of the Minnesota Ojibwe, is an accomplished artist and retired professor of American Indian studies at the College of St. Scholastica. Most of Carl’s art career has focused giving life to the Ojibwe cultural systems reflected in everyday life, work and rituals within the context of their historical environment and traditions. The Depot Foundation (Duluth, Minnesota) recognized Carl Gawboy with the Arts and Culture Lifetime Artist Awards in 2008 and in 2011 a documentary film, name by on Carl’s art and life was released.
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