Trail of the Spirit: The Mysteries of Medicine Power Revealed

by George Blondin

In this new collection of stories, Dene Elder George Blondin defines medicine power, a gift from the Creator for the Dene way of life. Although medicine power has existed since before time began, here Blondin focuses on the past two hundred years, to show how it has shaped the Dene culture. Some are lucky enough to be born with, and the medicine power that some receive after birth or are taught by other medicine power people. This collection of stories and examples of Dene individuals who lived throughout history shows that there is a danger of losing the longstanding tradition of medicine power. Although this power can be used for both creation and destruction, it must be preserved as a vital element of the Dene way of life. In The Mysteries of Medicine Power Revealed, Blondin is our storyteller—bringing medicine power to life with true stories from Dene history. Blondin explains medicine power clearly, and brings a better understanding of this extraordinary phenomenon into the world. Includes a foreword by Richard Van Camp.

Genres: History

192 pages, Paperback

First published October 30, 2006

Reviews

[Clivemichael · Rating 4 out of 5]

Insightful sharing of wisdom

[Luce Cronin · Rating 5 out of 5]

This is a very crucial book to read , particularly if you are interested in the traditions of the Dene and their medicine power. Written in the words of George Blondin, it is a book with lovely illustrations and an easy approach to this complex set of traditions. And for those interested in traditional hand games , there is a very good description of the Dene hand game.