"There was a time when our people covered the land as the waves of a wind-ruffled sea cover its shell paved floor, but that time long since passed away with the greatness of tribes that are now but a mournful memory..."-Chief Seattle In 1854, the U.S. government sent representatives to the Northwest to discuss the purchase of tribal lands and the settling of native peoples on reservations. In response, Chief Seattle delivered this legendary speech - now available in this beautifully edited, hand-scripted edition! This lyrical, deeply moving speech has been titled "Seattle's Lament." Alongside the calligraphy silhouette is an inset box with Seattle's speech typeset for easy reading.(18" x 24") Cards are sold separately