Lakota Way : Stories and Lessons for Living

Rich with storytelling, history, and folklore, The Lakota Wayexpresses the heart of Native American philosophy and imparts the path to a fulfilling and meaningful life. Joseph Marshall is a member of the Sicunga Lakota Sioux and has dedicated his entire life to the wisdom he learned from his elders. Here he focuses on the twelve core qualities that are crucial to the Lakota way of living-bravery, fortitude, generosity, wisdom, respect, honor, perseverance, love, humility, sacrifice, truth, and compassion. Whether teaching a lesson on respect imparted by the mythical Deer Woman or the humility embodied by the legendary Lakota leader Crazy Horse, The Lakota Wayoffers a fresh outlook on spirituality and ethical living.

Joseph M. Marshall III was born on the Rosebud Indian Reservation in what is now south-central South Dakota. A historian, educator, speaker, and the author of two collections of essays and a novel, Marshall has also been an advisor and actor in television movies, and a recipient of the Wyoming Humanities Award.