North American Indian Fairy Tales: Folklore And Legends (1905) (Hardcover) (ISBN-13: 9781165627073)

North American Indian Fairy Tales: Folklore And Legends is a collection of traditional stories and myths from various Native American tribes. The book, originally published in 1905, was compiled and edited by R.C. Armour. The tales in the book are retold in a straightforward and engaging manner, making them accessible to readers of all ages.The stories in North American Indian Fairy Tales cover a wide range of themes, including creation myths, animal fables, and tales of heroic deeds. Many of the stories feature animals as central characters, such as the cunning fox or the wise turtle. Other stories focus on human characters, such as the brave warrior or the clever trickster.The book includes stories from a variety of tribes, including the Cherokee, Iroquois, and Sioux. Each story is prefaced with a brief introduction that provides some context for the tale and its origins. The book also includes illustrations by various artists, some of which were created specifically for this edition.Overall, North American Indian Fairy Tales: Folklore And Legends is a fascinating and entertaining collection of stories that provides insight into the rich cultural heritage of Native American tribes. It is a must-read for anyone interested in mythology, folklore, or Native American history and culture.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

Author: R. C. Armour
ISBN-10: 1165627078
ISBN-13: 9781165627073
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 09/10/2010
Pages: 236
Format: Hardcover
Weight: 1.14lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.69d