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Black Elk Speaks

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Black Elk says of that winter, the people seemed heavy to me, heavy and dark. So heavy it seemed they couldn't be lifted. So dark they couldn't be made to see anymore. Hunger was among us now.

Sentiment: Deep Dive
Trigger: Black Elk and Native Americans
For: Those interested in Native American history and literature.
Key quote: Black Elk says of that winter, the people seemed heavy to me, heavy and dark.
The host mentions 'Black Elk Speaks' to highlight the profound impact of the historical events on the Lakota people. The book serves as a classic narrative that encapsulates their struggles during a devastating period of loss and hardship.