The Medicine Clothes That Look At The People

Medicine Clothes That Look At The People
Author: Johnny Moses

A powerful oral tradition story carrying the wisdom, healing, and cultural teachings of the Samish people.

Rooted in the ancient storytelling traditions of the Pacific Northwest Coast, this epic tale is shared by master storyteller and healer Johnny Moses (Whis.stem.men.knee, Walking Medicine Robe), a respected bearer of the Si.Si.Wiss —“Sacred Breath, Sacred Life” teachings.

Transcribed from a live storytelling event, this book preserves the depth, rhythm, and spirit of oral tradition—offering readers a rare opportunity to experience a living cultural lineage.

At the heart of the story is a woman who wears Medicine Clothes, changing garments as she journeys between different medicine people—both receiving and offering healing. Each transformation carries meaning, reflecting the interconnected nature of identity, healing, and community.

Inside this book:

• An authentic Indigenous oral teaching story
• Themes of healing, transformation, and cultural identity
• Insights into traditional ways of learning through story
• The role of storytelling as a vessel for wisdom and memory

Why readers value this book:

• Preserves and honours an ancient storytelling tradition
• Rich in symbolism, cultural depth, and spiritual meaning
• Offers a rare insight into Indigenous teachings and worldview
• Ideal for readers drawn to myth, story, and living wisdom traditions

This is more than a story—it is a transmission of knowledge, memory, and spirit carried across generations.

Product Details

• Format: Paperback
• Number of Pages: 136
• Dimensions (cm): 21.6 x 14.0 x 1.0