Rushmore Dialogues

di THOMAS OLSON (Autore)

Palmetto Publishing, 2024

Epic Showdown: Sacred Black Hills Witness Decennial Clash of Mount Rushmore Leaders & Lakota Warriors for Earth's Preservation. Imagine a world where the enviably sculpted faces of the four Mount Rushmore presidents and the formidable Lakota warriors are summoned once every ten years to the Black Hills. The modern infrastructure vanishes, replaced by the pristine beauty of untouched nature. Buffalo herds roam the tall prairie grass, the summer breeze whispers through the trees, and crystal-clear creeks wind their way across the landscape. This is the sacred land of the Lakota, a land longing to be free from the presidential visages etched into Six Grandfathers Mountain. In the heart of this beautiful yet contested terrain, a tradition initiated by Wakanpani, the spiritual messengers of the Lakotan Great Spirit, unfolds. Since the 1930s, when Rushmore was born from the blast of dynamite and the stroke of the chisel, this decennial gathering has been a revered event. The attendees arrive in their prime, but not all will leave the same way. A battle of wills and wit ensues, leaving only one victorious party. Before the battle, each group retreats to train and study modern history. The presidents, accompanied by their female counterparts, engage in enlightening conversations with contemporary activist couples. They are keen to understand the current world, no longer driven by personal gain or exploitation, but by a genuine desire to contribute to the common good. Their focus shifts towards creating a sustainable environment and narrowing the gap of inequality. These men and women come in their prime, driven by a desire to learn, analyze, and resolve. The stakes are high, with the outcomes ranging from triumph to tragedy. Yet, amidst this intense competition, the dialogue that emerges brings hope for a better, more equitable world. Rushmore Dialogues is a testament to that hope, a narrative that redefines the concept of 'the commons', and paints a vision of a world where coexistence is not just possible, but a reality.

• Autore: THOMAS OLSON
• Anno edizione: 2024
• Editore: Palmetto Publishing
• Formato: EPUB3 con Adobe DRM
• Lingua: Inglese
• Compatibilità: Tutti i dispositivi (eccetto Kindle)
• Layout: Reflowable
• EAN: 9798822962996