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American Indian Myths and Legends

Author : Richard Erdoes

Publisher : Pantheon

Page : 546 pages

File Size : 32,27 MB

Release : 2013-12-04

Category : Fiction

ISBN : 080415175X

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Book Description

More than 160 tales from eighty tribal groups present a rich and lively panorama of the Native American mythic heritage. From across the continent comes tales of creation and love; heroes and war; animals, tricksters, and the end of the world. “This fine, valuable new gathering of ... tales is truly alive, mysterious, and wonderful—overflowing, that is, with wonder, mystery and life" (National Book Award Winner Peter Matthiessen). In addition to mining the best folkloric sources of the nineteenth century, the editors have also included a broad selection of contemporary Native American voices.



Indian Legends of the Pacific Northwest

Author : Ella E. Clark

Publisher : Univ of California Press

Page : 244 pages

File Size : 15,54 MB

Release : 2023-11-10

Category : Social Science

ISBN : 0520350960

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This collection of more than one hundred tribal tales, culled from the oral tradition of the Indians of Washington and Oregon, presents the Indians' own stories, told for generations around their fires, of the mountains, lakes, and rivers, and of the creation of the world and the heavens above. Each group of stories is prefaced by a brief factual account of Indian beliefs and of storytelling customs. Indian Legends of the Pacific Northwest is a treasure, still in print after fifty years.





Kitchi

Author : Alana Robson

Publisher : Banana Books

Page : 24 pages

File Size : 25,75 MB

Release : 2021-01-30

Category :

ISBN : 9781800490680

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"He is forever and ever here in spirit" An adventure. A magic necklace. Brotherhood. Six-year-old Forrest feels lost now that his big brother Kitchi is no longer here. He misses him every day and clings onto a necklace that reminds him of Kitchi. One day, the necklace comes to life. Forrest is taken on a magical adventure, where he meets a colourful cast of characters, including a beautiful, yet mysterious fox, who soon becomes his best friend. www.kitchithespiritfox.com



North American Indian Mythology

Author : C. A. Burland

Publisher : Chancellor Press (UK)

Page : 144 pages

File Size : 22,55 MB

Release : 1996-04-15

Category : Indian mythology

ISBN : 9781851529278

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One of a series about world myths and legends, this book describes the beliefs of the North American Indians, showing the tribal traditions and customs in relation to their spiritual life. It covers the main Indian tribes, showing how their myths were closely related to each other.



Favorite North American Indian Legends

Author : Philip Smith

Publisher : Courier Corporation

Page : 100 pages

File Size : 20,35 MB

Release : 1994-01-01

Category : Juvenile Fiction

ISBN : 9780486278223

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Gathers thirteen stories about the four seasons, why animals fear the porcupine, a hunter who lives with his prey, and the treachery of two corn maidens



Native American Stories

Author : Joseph Bruchac

Publisher : Fulcrum Publishing

Page : 164 pages

File Size : 46,75 MB

Release : 1991

Category : Fiction

ISBN : 9781555910945

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Book Description

A collection of Native American tales and myths focusing on the relationship between man and nature.



The Illustrated Encyclopedia of American Indian Mythology

Author : David Michael Jones

Publisher : Lorenz Books

Page : 0 pages

File Size : 26,41 MB

Release : 2009

Category : Folklore

ISBN : 9780754819578

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Book Description

Alphabetically-arranged entries provide information on more than nine hundred key characters and themes in the mythology of the Americas.





Native American Myths

Author : Diana Ferguson

Publisher :

Page : 168 pages

File Size : 45,81 MB

Release : 2001

Category : Fiction

ISBN :

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They come from the Pawnee, Iroquois, Algonquin, Inuit, Navajo, Sioux, and Hopi--and every one of these myths reveals the richness and depth of Native American traditions. Born out of a sensitivity and respect for nature, they contain profound spiritual and emotional truths. An enjoyable read.--Booklist. Brings the powerful storytelling tradition of these amazing peoples to your customers....Presents a dazzling array of photos...which help turn the stories into vibrant, living tales.--New Age Retailer.