Lakota Woman Free Audiobook Download

Author : Mary Crow Dog

Mary Crow Dog, born Mary Ellen Moore-Richard in 1954 on the Rosebud Indian Reservation in South Dakota, is a prominent member of the Sicangu Oyate, also known as the Burnt Thighs Nation or Brulé Band of Lakota. Raised by her grandparents while her mother pursued a nursing career, Crow Dog is the author of two powerful memoirs: *Lakota Woman* (1990), which won the American Book Award in 1991, and *Ohitika Woman* (1993). With the assistance of her friend Richard Erdoes, she intricately chronicles her life experiences up to 1977, delving into the harsh realities faced by the Lakota people, including social issues, the role of the U.S. government, and the impact of systemic challenges on Native American identity. Her works explore profound themes of gender, identity, and race, providing a poignant perspective on the contemporary struggles of indigenous communities.