American Indian Myths and Legends

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: Richard Erdoes, Alfonso Ortiz
Binding Type: Paperback
Publisher: Pantheon Books
Published: 08/12/1985
Series: Pantheon Fairy Tale and Folklore Library
Pages: 544
Weight: 1.65lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.10w x 1.40d
ISBN: 9780394740188