Tuesday, April 3, 2012

Medicine River

    The quote " The truth about stories is, that's all we are." by Thomas King is true.  When time has passed, and we have long been forgotten, the only things that people will remember are the stories that we have left behind.  From our history books to our fantasy works, these are the things that people will remember us for.  Granted we probably have a better life when we die, but we still want to make an impact here on earth.  You can see this especially with native American writings because that's what their culture has turned into.  Their are some Native Americans that still live the old way, but many have assimilated and have been living the western way of life.  Due to this assimilation many Native Americans don't even know much about how they are suppose to act as a true Indians.  As well, this has caused a great loss of Native American culture, were the only thing truly left is their story telling.  

   I thought everyone but Will, really were telling stories.  The main character that really told stories was Harlen. I think Will was being taught how to be an Indian again, and that he shouldn't be ashamed of it.  because of Harlen's ability to story tell, Will was able to become a new man, one that is appreciative of his 

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