5/14/2013
5/08/2013
A Movie Review from the Delaney Library: Dreamkeeper
In Dreamkeeper by director Steve Barron and writer John Fusco, a
grandson learns the ways of life through the stories told to him by his
grandfather. This coming of age story was well-received by Native American critics
and won the American Indian Movie Award for best film. Dreamkeeper was made for TV in 2003, with visual effects that may
remind you of a movie from the 90’s. However, the stories told have meaningful
lessons, and the movie represents several distinct tribes and claims to have
consulted with tribal members for authentic representation - including Lakota,
Cheyenne, and Crow – rather than lumping all Native Americans into one group.
Review by student worker Tia Flippin
5/03/2013
4/30/2013
A New Book at Delnaey Library: New Mexico’s Spanish Livestock Heritage Four Centuries of Animals, Land, and People
In New Mexico’s Spanish Livestock Heritage Four Centuries of
Animals, Land, and People, William W. Dunmire presents
New Mexico’s agricultural history as the basis for its present day culture and
agricultural way of life. The author gives a vivid and detailed description on
New Mexican culture - past and present - and explains the impact of the Spanish bringing new animals to live in the
New Mexico area in the early years. This book will be of interest to anyone wanting
to gain knowledge of New Mexico history and culture, particularly in the
livestock and agriculture of the Southwest region.
Review by student worker Stone Tighe
4/25/2013
Center of Southwest Studies to host local author Erica Olsen
The Center is proud to host Erica Olsen, who will read from her book “Recapture,” and will share in dialogue with the audience on Thursday, May 2nd at 6:00pm in the Lyceum room.
A wine and cheese reception with the author will kick off at 5:00pm in the Center's lobby. Please join us for this finale spring series event!4/23/2013
New Acquisition on the Coronado Expedition: The Coronado Expedition From the Distance of 460 Years
The
Coronado Expedition From the Distance of 460 Years, by Richard Flint and
Shirley Cushing Flint consists of a collection of essays following the Coronado
expedition based on known and previously unstudied documentation. The authors
attempt to create a full picture of the Coronado expedition by assembling select
puzzle pieces. This is a straight forward book that runs through the course of
events of the expedition. This is a great book for anyone researching the
Coronado expedition or Spanish arrival in North America. While full of factual
detail, very little is embellished upon to create a sense of emersion into the
story, so it is not recommended for the casual reader.
Review by student worker Tia Flippin
4/18/2013
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