Creation Myths of America
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The remarkably accurate original translations of Native American myths from one of 19th-century America's foremost linguists. Native American mythology shows vestiges of religious concepts already old... This description may be from another edition of this product.
Format:Paperback
Language:English
ISBN:1858912652
ISBN13:9781858912653
Release Date:January 1995
Publisher:Bracken Books
Length:532 Pages
Weight:0.45 lbs.
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An absolutely fascinating anthology
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Compiled, edited, and with an informative introduction by mythologist Karl Kroeber (Mellen Professor in the Humanities at Columbia University) Creation Myths Of Primitive America is part of the outstanding "ABC-CLIO Classic Folk and Fairy Tales" series. An absolutely fascinating anthology of creation Native American myths and legends focusing on how the world, plants, animals, and humans came into existence and interact with each other. These ancient stories are accurately and entertainingly retold, offering contemporary readers with a veritable treasure trove of insights into how the various Native American peoples perceived and interpreted the greater world around themselves. Creation Myths Of Primitive America is an essential and highly recommended resource for academic and community library Native American Studies and Mythology/Folklore collections.
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