Tales of the Whirling Rainbow: Myths & Mysteries for Our Times

Tales of the Whirling Rainbow is a journalist's account of some of the key myths and mysteries of the Americas, and an electrifying exploration of how those myths are resounding in real time. Veteran journalist Steven McFadden weaves the living myths together seamlessly in a tightly written book that is eye-opening, and soul resonant.Drawn from sources both ancient and modern, Tales of the Whirling Rainbow conveys adroit insights into key facets of North America's unfolding saga. Learning to respect these knowings is fundamental to our spiritual growth and progress on the land going forward in time.McFadden tells the tales in plain, precise language, creating a quick but absorbing investigation into a deeply rooted mythos that offers keys to healing.As the Sun awakens and earth changes intensify, our human lives attain high velocity. At this time and in this manner, elders across Turtle Island (North America) told the author, the human beings who are the different colors and faiths of the world will be moved. This will create opportunities to heal their web of relationships.About McFadden's other books: The New York Times Sunday Book Review observed, "There are some stirring and unexpected powers unleashed." Library Journal commented: "This wise and provocative collection is highly recommended." The Washington Times: "Our leaders should sit and listen to the counsel Steven McFadden has gathered." W.E.L.: "An excellent read. Informative without being preachy. Exactly what I have been looking for. Bravo!" I've been an independent writer since 1975 when I graduated from journalism school at Boston University. Since then I've been happily involved with my life's work writing, and consulting. Over the years I've authored hundreds of newspaper and magazine articles, blog posts, and over a dozen nonfiction books.It's my honor to have served as the author of an epic, nonfiction saga of contemporary America, Odyssey of the 8th Fire. It's freely available online at www.8thfire.net Odyssey of the 8th Fire is the true, epic saga of a historic pilgrimage for the earth across North America by people of all colors and faiths under the Sky Sign of the Whirling Rainbow. The 8th Fire arises from the deepest roots of our land. In it, circles upon circles, elders make a great and generous giveaway of the teachings they carry.The titles I have listed on Smashwords arise out of the Soul*Sparks publishing venture in which I partner with my wife, Elizabeth Wolf.As of 2019, I'm designating Chiron Communications, my umbrella publishing venture, as the publisher for the book I've recently finished writing, "Deep Agroecology: Farms, Food, and Our Future." The eBook version will be available here on Smashwords.Peace and good cheer, Steven