Two Ravens
Book Description
In the heart of America's Great Plains, one man's journey reveals how ancient wisdom can guide us through modern struggles. Louis Two Ravens Irwin shares his powerful story of transformation, showing how traditional Native American healing practices became his compass through decades of adversity.
Raised with the sacred knowledge of his Mandan, Hidatsa, and Arickara ancestors, Two Ravens learned the healing arts from his grandfather. These teachings would prove essential as he navigated a hostile world marked by discrimination and injustice. Driven by a fierce commitment to his people's rights, he joined prominent activists in the fight for Native American dignity and recognition.
Yet activism came at a steep price. Caught between conservative tribal members and law enforcement who viewed him as a threat, Two Ravens found himself isolated and struggling. The weight of constant battles led him into darkness, where alcoholism and despair threatened to consume him entirely.
His salvation came through returning to the foundation his grandfather had provided. By reconnecting with ancestral wisdom, Two Ravens discovered how to merge the fierce spirit of the warrior with the compassionate heart of the healer. This integration transformed not only his own life but enabled him to guide others facing similar challenges.
In his final years, Two Ravens dedicated himself to helping people bridge traditional Native American spirituality with contemporary life, offering hope to those seeking authentic healing and purpose.
Who Is This For?
📖 Reading Level: Short (< 200 pages) (~5 hours)
📄 Length: 164 pages
What You'll Discover
- ✓ Explore Religion
- ✓ Explore Biography
- ✓ Explore Spiritual life
- ✓ Explore Siouan Indians -- Biography
- ✓ Explore Spiritual life -- Great Plains
- ✓ Explore Irwin, Louis Two Ravens, 1933-1995
- ✓ Deepen your spiritual understanding
- ✓ Explore Siouan Indians -- Politics and government
