Leigh Podgorski, Kait Matthews

Gebundenes Buch

Feathers of Wisdom

Words and Art Illuminating the Legends and Myths of Indigenous Women throughout the Ages

Beschreibung

A sacred celebration of story, spirit, and artistry-honoring the enduring wisdom of Indigenous women. Crafted with museum-quality design and artistry, Feathers of Wisdom is a collector's volume that transforms the ancient legends of Indigenous women into a visual and literary masterpiece Across more than forty legends from tribes throughout the Americas, this stunning hardcover volume brings to life the voices of goddesses, warriors, healers, and mothers-figures whose wisdom shaped their cultures and whose stories continue to echo through generations. Author Leigh Podgorski's lyrical prose preserves these narratives with deep reverence, while artist Kait Matthews, a proud Ojibwe/Potawatomi woman, illuminates each tale with lush, museum-quality illustrations that honor the spiritual power and beauty of Indigenous storytelling. Printed on premium stock in full color, Feathers of Wisdom is designed as both a work of cultural preservation and a collector's art book. Each page is an offering-pairing timeless myth and contemporary artistry to create a reading experience that feels sacred, immersive, and alive. This extraordinary edition invites readers to reflect on the enduring strength of the divine feminine and to reconnect with the earth, the ancestors, and the stories that remind us: We are all one. Highlights include: * Forty richly illustrated stories from Indigenous nations across North and South America * * Evocative original artwork by Kait Matthews, blending traditional motifs with modern fine art technique * * Elegant design, heavy matte paper, and full-color printing that make this volume a treasure for art collectors and cultural enthusiasts alike * * A celebration of Indigenous women's wisdom, language, and spirit across centuries Feathers of Wisdom is not just a book-it is an heirloom, a conversation between past and present, and a tribute to the women who kept the sacred stories alive.

Autor

Leigh Podgorski's stage plays have been produced in Los Angeles, New York City, and regionally. She had the privilege of interviewing Dr. Elisabeth Kubler-Ross for her one-act play Windstorm, which was presented as part of the annual festival CelebrateWomen that Leigh also co-produced.We Are Still Here, the story of Cahuilla Indian elder Katherine Siva Saubel premiered at the Gene Autry Western Heritage Museum as part of CelebrateWomen 2000. The play has been presented throughout Southern California at college campuses, universities, and Indian Reservations and Casinos. The documentary has been added to the National Museum of the American Indian, a branch of the Smithsonian, and the Getty Collection.In 1999, We Are Still Here received a grant from the California Council for the Humanities for the production of a documentary of the same name.In addition to her plays, Leigh has penned several original award-winning screenplays. Amara, originally a play, won in the Women in Film and Video Screenwriting Competition In addition, several of her monologues have been published through Meriwether Publishing, Ltd.Leigh's novels include Western Song, for which she received the Bronze Medal in the Reader's Favorite Awards; The Women Debrowska, Ouray's Peak, and the Stone Quest Series books: Desert Chimera, Gallows Ascending, and Neuri Shape-shifter.All of Leigh's works of fiction have been reviewed and are available on Amazon@ Leigh Podgorski. We Are Still Here is available through the author: [e-mail]. Leigh also wrote the Flowerwise Oracle Deck, illustrated by artist Kait Matthews and published by RedFeather Mind, Body, Spirit. Created with Kait Matthews, their second endeavor Feathers of Wisdom will be released in early June.

Produktdetails

• Verlag: House of Indigo
• Seitenzahl: 294
• Erscheinungstermin: 31. Oktober 2025
• Englisch
• Abmessung: 279mm x 216mm x 22mm
• Gewicht: 1234g
• ISBN-13: 9781966187059
• ISBN-10: 196618705X
• Artikelnr.: 75403174