In a perfect partnership, the songs, prayers, and philosophies of eight western American Indian tribes are paired with photographs taken by the incomparable Edward S. Curtis. This carefully curated collection is an inspirational and educational journey of respect for their cultures, ideals, and images. The beautiful historical pictures included in this book are by the photogravure artist Edward Sheriff Curtis. Between 1900 and 1927, Curtis visited eighty tribes across North America and too more than 40,000 photographs, recorded songs and stories, and interviewed tribal leaders. The accompanying beautiful words are the prayers, songs, and wisdom of the peoples included in this book. American Indians lived in harmony with their environment and gave homage to the Great Spirit. From father to son, mother to daughter, and grandparents to grandchildren, ancient stories and lessons are handed down through generations. A unique and inherently fascinating compendium of Native American wisdom and culture expertly juxtaposed with truly memorable historical photographic images, "Stand in the Light" is a truly extraordinary and unreservedly recommended addition to personal, professional, community, college, and university library Native American History & Culture collections, and would be appropriate and appreciated for 19th Century Photography collections as well. --Midwest Book Review Attractively presented and packaged, this hardcover book of wisdom and foresight of Native Americans is an expertly compiled body of works. Stand in the Light captures the soul and ageless values of these regal first inhabitants and caretakers of North America.... This work makes an excellent "nightstand" bible for reflection in today's bustling world. --Tom Surface, the Indian Trader newspaper Thomas F. Voight received his master s degree in American History from the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee, and was an instructor at Colorado Mountain College in Glenwood Springs, Colorado. He and his wife, Diane, own Wintercount American Indian Fine Art Publishing Company and the Stardancer Trading Company. They live in New Castle, Colorado.