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Regional U.S. - Stories from Saddle Mountain: Autobiographies of a Kiowa Family (American Indian Lives)

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Book Synopsis: Stories from Saddle Mountain recounts family stories that connected the Tongkeamhas, a Kiowa family, to the Saddle Mountain community for more than a century. Henrietta Apayyat (1912–93) grew up and married near Saddle Mountain, where she and her husband raised five sons and five daughters. She began penning her memoirs in 1968, including accounts about a Peyote meeting, revivals and Christmas encampments at Saddle Mountain Church, subsistence activities, and attending boarding schools and public schools. When not in school, Henrietta spent much of her childhood and adolescence close to home, working and occasionally traveling to neighboring towns with her grandparents, whereas her son Raymond Tongkeamha left frequently and wandered farther. Both experienced the transformation from having no indoor plumbing or electricity to having radios, televisions, and JCPenney. Together, their autobiographies illuminate dynamic changes and steadfast traditions in twentieth-century Kiowa life in the Saddle Mountain countryside.

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Step into the captivating world of Kiowa culture with Stories from Saddle Mountain! Through the lens of the Tongkeamha family, this compelling autobiography offers a rare glimpse into the traditions and transitions of 20th-century Kiowa life. Join Henrietta Apayyat and her son Raymond Tongkeamha on a journey filled with reminiscences of family, community, and the evolution of Saddle Mountain. Discover the enduring spirit of a family rooted in tradition yet embracing change.

Experience the rich tapestry of Kiowa heritage as told in Stories from Saddle Mountain. From Peyote meetings to Christmas encampments, from subsistence activities to the advent of modern amenities, this book weaves together the threads of a family's past with the tapestry of their present. Immerse yourself in the stories of Henrietta and Raymond as they navigate the shifting landscapes of rural Oklahoma, offering invaluable insights into a culture in flux.

Delve into the intimate narratives of Henrietta Apayyat and Raymond Tongkeamha in Stories from Saddle Mountain. Explore the poignant memories of a bygone era juxtaposed with the winds of change that swept through the Saddle Mountain countryside. Gain a deeper understanding of Kiowa traditions, values, and resilience as you embark on a literary journey that transcends time and space.

Ready to embark on a literary adventure through the eyes of the Tongkeamha family? Dive into Stories from Saddle Mountain and immerse yourself in the rich tapestry of Kiowa culture. Uncover the stories of Henrietta and Raymond, and witness the enduring legacy of a family bound by tradition and united in the face of change. Order your copy now and explore the captivating world within the pages of this remarkable autobiography!

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