Zuni Shalako Ceremony

The Zuni Shalako Ceremony is a book written by Hester Jones that delves into the ancient and sacred tradition of the Zuni people. The Shalako Ceremony is a unique and complex ritual that takes place over a period of several days, and is meant to bring blessings and good fortune to the Zuni community.Jones provides an in-depth exploration of the ceremony, including its history, symbolism, and significance to the Zuni people. She describes the various dances, songs, and prayers that are performed during the ceremony, and provides detailed explanations of the costumes, masks, and other ceremonial objects used in the ritual.The book also includes photographs and illustrations that help to bring the ceremony to life, as well as interviews with Zuni elders and other members of the community who share their personal experiences and insights into the ceremony.Overall, The Zuni Shalako Ceremony is a fascinating and informative book that offers a unique glimpse into the rich cultural heritage of the Zuni people, and the important role that the Shalako Ceremony plays in their spiritual and social lives.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.