Book Description
Great epics from the vast treasury of ancient indian literature.
Author : Donald A. MacKenzie
Publisher : Heian International Publishing Company
Page : 463 pages
File Size : 41,82 MB
Release : 1989
Category : Folklore
ISBN : 9789971491260
Great epics from the vast treasury of ancient indian literature.
Author : Richard Erdoes
Publisher : Pantheon
Page : 546 pages
File Size : 28,70 MB
Release : 2013-12-04
Category : Fiction
ISBN : 080415175X
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.
Author : Jane Arcger
Publisher : Taylor Trade Publishing
Page : 246 pages
File Size : 40,41 MB
Release : 2000-01-01
Category : History
ISBN : 0585319782
Step into a colorful pageantry of the powerful people who once ruled and still influence the great state of Texas. From the Caddo in the Piney Woods, the Lipan Apache in the Southwest, the Wichita at the Red River, and the Comanche across the Great Plains to the Alabama-Coushatta in the Big Thicket, five nations come alive through myth and history in Jane Archer's vividly written book about the first Texans.
Author : Jan Knappert
Publisher : Thorsons Publishers
Page : 296 pages
File Size : 34,26 MB
Release : 1991
Category : Body, Mind & Spirit
ISBN :
Author : Donald A. Mackenzie
Publisher : Prabhat Prakashan
Page : 704 pages
File Size : 25,69 MB
Release : 2023-10-01
Category : Social Science
ISBN :
Indian Myth and Legend by Donald A. Mackenzie is a comprehensive collection of mythological tales from India. The book delves into the rich tapestry of Indian mythology, featuring captivating stories of gods, goddesses, heroes, and epic battles, providing readers with a deeper understanding of the cultural and religious heritage of the subcontinent. Key Points: Mackenzie's collection brings to life the captivating myths and legends from various regions of India, including stories from Hindu, Buddhist, and Jain traditions, showcasing the diversity and complexity of Indian mythology and its enduring significance in the lives of its people. The book explores the symbolism, moral lessons, and cosmic themes embedded in Indian mythology, shedding light on the beliefs, rituals, and spiritual practices associated with these ancient tales, offering readers a glimpse into the profound wisdom and spiritual depth of Indian culture. Indian Myth and Legend serves as a valuable resource for those interested in comparative mythology, religious studies, or those simply captivated by the enchanting stories of gods, goddesses, and legendary heroes that have shaped the collective imagination of India for centuries.
Author : Donald Alexander Mackenzie
Publisher :
Page : 48 pages
File Size : 34,99 MB
Release : 1912
Category : Hindu mythology
ISBN :
Author : Ellen Russell Emerson
Publisher : Boston : J.R. Osgood
Page : 756 pages
File Size : 23,47 MB
Release : 1884
Category : Comparative civilization
ISBN :
Author : Ralph Maud
Publisher :
Page : 240 pages
File Size : 25,65 MB
Release : 1982
Category : Biography & Autobiography
ISBN :
This survey of myth-collecting in British Columbia evaluates the work of luminaries such as Boas, Teit, Hill-Tout, Barbeau and Swanton.
Author : Donald A. Mackenzie
Publisher :
Page : 463 pages
File Size : 34,70 MB
Release : 1971
Category : Hindu mythology
ISBN :
Author : David Michael Jones
Publisher : Lorenz Books
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 17,50 MB
Release : 2009
Category : Folklore
ISBN : 9780754819578
Alphabetically-arranged entries provide information on more than nine hundred key characters and themes in the mythology of the Americas.