When It Rains: Tohono O'Odham and Pima Poetry

When It Rains: Tohono O'Odham and Pima PoetryWhen it was first released in 1982, When It Rains was one of the earliest published literary works in the O'odham language. Speakers from across generations shared poems that showcased the aesthetic of the written word and aimed to spread interest in reading and writing in O'odham. The poems capture brief moments of beauty, the loving bond between family members, and a deep appreciation of Tohono O'odham culture and traditions, as well as reverent

and native crafts

at others amusing

and the human spirit

and history come to life in this important and authoritative reference

But the ever-increasing presence of the Napikwans-white-men-threatens this existence

Chief Mutáwi Mutáhash (Many Hearts) Marilynn “Lynn” Malerba (Mohegan)

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reservation lands become overcrowded and the state seeks to enforce means of containment

The acclaimed author of Ceremony has undertaken a weaving of ideas and lives

Written by Pauline Duncan and illustrated by David Lang

Windy Girl is blessed with a vivid imagination

The resulting document provides a clear Native perspective on sovereignty