About this title: One summer in the 1980s, theoretical physicist David Peat went to a Blackfoot Sun Dance Ceremony in Alberta, Canada. Hitherto having spent all his life steeped in and influenced by linear western science, he was entranced by the native world view and, through dialogue circles between scientists and native elders, he began to explore it in greater depth. This book is the account of his discoveries. In a synthesis of anthropology, history, metaphysics, cosmology, and quantum theory, Peat compares the medicines, the myths, the languages, indeed the entire perceptions of reality of two peoples: ...
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Binding: Paperback
Publisher: Fourth Estate
Date Published: 1996
ISBN-13:9781857024562ISBN:1857024567
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Description: Brand New. One summer in the "1980s, " theoretical physicist F. David Peat went to the Blackfoot Sun Dance ceremony in "Alberta, " Canada. Having spent all his life steeped in linear Western "science, " he was entranced by the Native world view and began to explore it in greater depth. In this edifying synthesis of "anthropology, " "history, " "metaphysics, " cosmology and quantum "theory, " Peat compares the "medicines, " "myths, " "languages, " and realities of two "peoples, " revealing an ... read more
Binding: Softcover
Publisher: Samuel Weiser
Date Published: 2006-01-01
ISBN-13:9781578633715ISBN:1578633710
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Binding: Paperback
Publisher: Weiser Books
Date Published: 2005
ISBN-13:9781578633715ISBN:1578633710
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Binding: Paperback
Publisher: Fourth Estate
Date Published: 1996
ISBN-13:9781857024562ISBN:1857024567
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Binding: Paperback
Publisher: Fourth Estate
Date Published: 1996
ISBN-13:9781857024562ISBN:1857024567
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Binding: Softcover
Publisher: Phanes Press, Grand Rapids, MI
Date Published: 2002
ISBN-13:9781890482831ISBN:1890482838
Description: Softcover. Large 8vo. xiv + 330 pp. Index & bibliography. A theoretical physicist who has opened himself to the Native American world view reflects on the convergence between indigenous teachings and some of the ideas emerging from Western science. New book. Fine condition. read more
"When I found this book, as an archaeologist who works primarily with Plains First Nations, I was thrilled that someone had written an in-depth book about the worldview of the Blackfoot. Through my own experiences, I have gained some outsider insight into the wealth of Blackfoot culture and was eager to learn more.
Unfortunately, the title Blackfoot Physics is a misnomer. Though the author describes his experiences while waiting for the Sun Dance to begin in the first few chapters, most of the book discusses various traditional belief systems and world views ranging from various North America First Nations to various cultures, past and present, around the world. Much of this material is either very general in nature or is intended for those without any prior knowledge of these traditions, basically illustrating the point that all world views have value.
Although I thought that the author did a very good job of illustrating that other cultures have different (and just as valid) ways of viewing the world, I am concerned that people will believe that all aboriginal world views are the same. This erroneous perception could further strengthen the common "primitive societies" stereotypes that the author was trying to break down."
"Explores Native American science and culture, and compares them to Western science and culture. Completely different viewpoint. Everyone should read this book."
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