The Legends Of The Iroquois: Told By The Cornplanter (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781162961477)

The Legends of the Iroquois: Told by the Cornplanter by William W. Canfield is a collection of traditional stories and myths of the Iroquois people. The book is narrated by Cornplanter, a famous Seneca chief who was known for his storytelling abilities. The legends included in the book are an important part of Iroquois culture and have been passed down through generations. The stories cover a wide range of topics, from creation myths to tales of heroes and villains. The book provides readers with a unique insight into the beliefs and values of the Iroquois people. It is a valuable resource for anyone interested in Native American culture and history. The Legends of the Iroquois: Told by the Cornplanter is a must-read for anyone who wants to learn more about the rich cultural heritage of the Iroquois people.One Of The Best Collections Of Iroquois Myth, Told By The Great Seneca Chief Of The Longhouse, The Cornplanter. The Cornplanter Was Born In Conewangus, On The Genesee River, Probably In The Year 1732, And Died On Cornplanter Island In The Allegheny River, On March 7, 1836, At The Age Of One Hundred And Four Years. The Cornplanter Spent His Early Years At The Council-Fires, And Became One Of The Most Celebrated Orators In The Confederation Of The Six Nations. He Traveled From Village To Village And Sought Wisdom From The Sages Of The Iroquois. It Was During This Portion Of His Life That He Listened To The Traditions That Had Descended From Chief To Chief Over A Period Of Three Centuries. When He Had Acquired A Reputation For Bravery And Woodcraft Second To None Of His Race, He Was Unanimously Chosen Chief Of The Senecas, And Came At Once Into Prominence As The Leader Of The War- Parties Of That Nation In Alliance With The French Against The English.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: William W. Canfield
ISBN-10: 1162961473
ISBN-13: 9781162961477
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 09/10/2010
Pages: 224
Format: Paperback
Weight: 0.67lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.47d