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Myths of the North American Indians by Lewis Spence (1989, Trade Paperback)
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Product Identifiers
PublisherDover Publications, Incorporated
ISBN-100486259676
ISBN-139780486259673
eBay Product ID (ePID)168493
Product Key Features
Book TitleMyths of the North American Indians
Number of Pages496 Pages
LanguageEnglish
Publication Year1989
TopicFolklore & Mythology, Native American
IllustratorYes
GenreSocial Science, History
AuthorLewis Spence
Book SeriesNative American Ser.
FormatTrade Paperback
Dimensions
Item Weight20.4 Oz
Item Length8.5 in
Item Width5.5 in
Additional Product Features
Intended AudienceTrade
LCCN88-033505
Dewey Edition19
TitleLeadingThe
Dewey Decimal398.2/097
Table Of ContentCHAPTER I. "DIVISIONS, CUSTOMS, AND HISTORY OF THE RACE" II. THE MYTHOLOGIES OF THE NORTH AMERICAN INDIANS III. ALGONQUIAN MYTHS AND LEGENDS IV. IROQUOIS MYTHS AND LEGENDS V. SIOUX MYTHS AND LEGENDS VI. MYTHS AND LEGENDS OF THE PAWNEE VII. MYTHS AND LEGENDS OF THE NORTHERN AND NORTHWESTERN INDIANS BIBLIOGRAPHY GLOSSARY AND INDEX
SynopsisThe myths and legends of the Algonquins, Iroquois, Pawnees, Sioux, and northern and northwestern Indians offer rich insights into the character and beliefs of the tribes that once dominated extensive territories of North America. The distinguished British anthropologist and folklorist Lewis Spence has collected many of the most interesting and compelling of these myths and presented them here according to ethnic grouping, prefacing the collection with important historical and ethnological information that will give the reader an accurate view of the conditions under which these fascinating tribal cultures once flourished. The myths range in theme from steadfast love to rivalry between warriors to victory over powerful forces, and in their unfolding lie powerful images of the innermost fears and aspirations that motivated the behavior of Algonquin, Iroquois, Pawnees, Sioux, and northwestern Indians alike. Lewis Spence relates each tale in a simple, direct way that will appeal to children as well as to adults. The book includes photographs and drawings that depict various tribes in their typical costumes and dwellings. It contains as well a map of the geographical areas where primary language families were spoken. This fascinating book, a major forerunner of modern studies of myth, combines an appealing presentation of Indian legend with factual and illustrative material that gives each myth meaningful perspective. Students of anthropology and ethnology will enjoy the especially rich variety of mythical imagery in this generous collection, and general readers in search of a good story for themselves and for their children will find in these pages a treasury of suspenseful tales that reveal much of the spirit of North America's original cultures., Rich anthology of the myths and legends of the Algonquins, Iroquois, Pawnees, and Sioux, prefaced by an extensive historical and ethnological commentary. Simply written tales of warrior rivalries, steadfast love, and victory over powerful forces are suitable reading for youngsters and entertaining enough for adults. 36 illustrations., Rich anthology of the myths and legends of the Algonquins, Iroquois, Pawnees, and Sioux: warrior rivalries, steadfast love, and victory over powerful forces. Extensive historical and ethnological commentary. 36 illustrations.
LC Classification NumberE98.R3S7 1989
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- Feb 13, 2017
Myths
Excellent reading and very informative. A must have for and collector or Native History buff.Verified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-owned
