The Flute of the Gods

The Flute of the Gods is a novel written by Marah Ellis Ryan. It is a story set in the American Southwest and follows the life of a young woman named Carmelita, who is half Native American and half Spanish. The story begins with Carmelita's childhood and her growing fascination with the flute of the gods, a sacred instrument that is said to have the power to heal and bring peace.As Carmelita grows older, she becomes more determined to find the flute and discover its secrets. Along the way, she meets a diverse cast of characters, including a wealthy businessman, a group of Native American rebels, and a mysterious stranger who may hold the key to unlocking the flute's power.Throughout the book, Carmelita faces numerous challenges and obstacles, including racism, betrayal, and violence. However, she remains steadfast in her quest and ultimately discovers the true meaning of the flute of the gods.The Flute of the Gods is a richly detailed and engaging novel that explores themes of identity, spirituality, and the power of music. It is a captivating read that will appeal to fans of historical fiction, adventure stories, and Native American culture.1909. The book begins: Aliksai! In Tusayan the people were living! It was the year after the year when the great star with the belt of fire reached across the sky. (1528). The desert land of the Hopi people stretched yellow and brown and dead from mesa to mesa. The sage was the color of the dust, and the brazen sky was as a shield made hard and dry by the will of the angry gods. The Spirit People of the elements could not find their way past that shield, and could not bear blessings to Earth children. See other titles by this author available from Kessinger Publishing.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.