Irene moves to end her marriage

and a spectacle of sacred tradition and pageantry

a small group of women began to claim American Indian history as their own domain

stashed securely in a safe-deposit box

The novel swirls through time

Bowwow Powwow cooking Irene moves to end herWindy Girl is blessed with a vivid imagination. From Uncle she gathers stories of long ago traditions, about dances and sharing and gratitude. Windy can tell such stories herself about her dog, Itchy Boy, and the way he dances to request a treat and how he wriggles with joy in response to, well, just about everything. When Uncle and Windy Girl and Itchy Boy attend a powwow, Windy watches the dancers and listens to the singers. She eats tasty food and