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Leslie Marmon Silko's Ceremony stands as a seminal work in Native American literature, exploring survival amidst post-war trauma, cultural upheaval, and environmental degradation in the Laguna Pueblo community. Set against the backdrop of World War II, the novel intricately weaves historical threads into the narrative, using the character Tayo to delve into the psychological toll of war and the broader challenges faced by indigenous communities caught between tradition and modernity. Silko's masterful storytelling unveils a nuanced struggle for survival that extends beyond physical needs, emphasizing the imperative of preserving cultural identity in the face of external pressures and the encroachment of Western influences.

Survival, cultural disintegration, storytelling, ceremony and native spirituality