The image of the circle is sacred to many American Indian tribal nations. Every year, the seasons flow into one another in a never-ending circle, signaling the proper time to plant, to gather, to celebrate, and to give thanks.

From Maliseet hunters following moose tracks in the snow to Cherokee people gathering sun-ripened berries in May, Abenaki storyteller Joseph Bruchac weaves the traditions of various Native American communities into a hauntingly lyrical tribute to the circle of seasons.

Award-winning illustrator Robert F. Goetzl completes the storytelling circle with his rich, beautiful paintings, which capture the spirit and dignity of all American Indians.

From the dust jacket