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Author : David Michael Jones,Brian Molyneaux
Publisher : Lorenz Books
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 43,8 Mb
Release : 2009
Category : Folklore
ISBN : 0754819574
Alphabetically-arranged entries provide information on more than nine hundred key characters and themes in the mythology of the Americas.
Author : David Lewis Jones,Brian L. Molyneaux
Publisher : Southwater
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 43,9 Mb
Release : 2017-04-28
Category : Aztec mythology
ISBN : 0857236709
From the earliest times, people have told stories of allpowerful gods and goddesses, mighty spirits and fabulous creatures to explain the mysteries of life. This book explores the rich diversity of these legendary themes within North America, Mesoamerica and South America. An instantly accessible A-to-Z format provides concise, easy-to-locate entries on more than 900 key characters, enabling the reader to discover who is who in the mythology of the Americas. This book is a rich source of information for learning about and understanding the myths and religions of the indigenous inhabitants of the American continents.
Author : David Michael Jones,Brian Molyneaux
Publisher : Lorenz Books
Page : 264 pages
File Size : 52,9 Mb
Release : 2001
Category : History
ISBN : IND:30000079587220
Describes the background of the myths of the Indian cultures of the continents of North and South America.
Author : Dawn Bastian Williams,Judy K. Mitchell
Publisher : Bloomsbury Publishing USA
Page : 310 pages
File Size : 54,8 Mb
Release : 2004-11-22
Category : Social Science
ISBN : 9781851095384
Popular Hopi kachina dolls and awesome totem poles are but two of the aspects of the sophisticated, seldom-examined network of mythologies explored in this fascinating volume. This revealing work introduces readers to the mythologies of Native Americans from the United States to the Arctic Circle—a rich, complex, and diverse body of lore, which remains less widely known than mythologies of other peoples and places. In thematic chapters and encyclopedia-style entries, Handbook of Native American Mythology examines the characters and deities, rituals, sacred locations and objects, concepts, and stories that define and distinguish mythological cultures of various indigenous peoples. By tracing the traditions as far back as possible and following their evolution from generation to generation, Handbook of Native American Mythology offers a unique perspective on Native American history, culture, and values. It also shows how central these traditions are to contemporary Native American life, including the continuing struggle for land rights, economic parity, and repatriation of cultural property.
Author : Jerry Keenan
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 278 pages
File Size : 48,5 Mb
Release : 1999
Category : Indians of North America
ISBN : OCLC:1285582216
"The Indian wars were the longest-running conflict in American history. This highly illustrated encyclopedia reveals the common threads that weave through four centuries of clashes, from Columbus's voyage to the Wounded Knee Massacre. The wars between Indians and the new settlers were crucial in shaping the destiny and mythology of the nation. Encyclopedia of American Indian Wars notes the inevitability of conflict between western and native cultures given the great disparity in values and customs. It also analyzes the many indirect changes in Indian lifestyles caused by the settlers, such as the introduction of firearms, which changed the balance of power between native tribes."--Back cover.
Author : Richard Erdoes,Alfonso Ortiz
Publisher : Pantheon
Page : 546 pages
File Size : 44,7 Mb
Release : 2013-12-04
Category : Fiction
ISBN : 9780804151757
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 : Bethanne Patrick
Publisher : Simon and Schuster
Page : 64 pages
File Size : 41,6 Mb
Release : 2014-09-29
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN : 9781422288597
Prior to becoming a "melting pot" of many languages, the continents of North and South America were already home to a variety of Native American tribes, each with its own language. What's more, subsets of tribes often had their own dialects, sometimes making communication between two people nearly impossible, even if they lived near each other. This book discusses the major Native American languages used by tribes in various regions and how some of their words have been incorporated into the English language today.
Author : Tamra Orr
Publisher : Simon and Schuster
Page : 64 pages
File Size : 40,5 Mb
Release : 2014-09-29
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN : 9781422288603
Native Americans have an incredibly rich store of knowledge when it comes to using herbs and plants to heal illness, treat injuries, and cure disease. In fact, some of their traditions have found a place in the modern medicines we use today. This book discusses the nature-based approach Native Americans took towards healing. It also examines important figures, such as shamans and medicine men, and explains some of the remedies and rituals that were conducted.
Author : Rob Staeger
Publisher : Simon and Schuster
Page : 64 pages
File Size : 49,5 Mb
Release : 2014-09-29
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN : 9781422288610
While Native American religious beliefs vary from tribe to tribe, the one thing they have in common is a belief in a higher power. This power has many names: Manitou, Wakanda, Sila, or even just the Great Spirit. This book discusses the various beliefs held by tribes in each region of the Americas. It also describes some of the important rituals practiced in each religion.
Author : Sam D. Gill,Irene F. Sullivan
Publisher : Oxford University Press, USA
Page : 460 pages
File Size : 52,9 Mb
Release : 1994
Category : Fiction
ISBN : 0195086023
Passed down from generation to generation, the myths and rituals of Native Americans form a rich religious and cultural base from which all members of each society can create and maintain a sense of community, physical and emotional health, identity, family, and self. Such traditions, handed down through stories and rites, stand as the lifeblood of every Native American culture. This thoroughly illustrated and carefully researched guide explores the amazing array of mythical beasts, heroic humans, and nurturing spirits that make up the fascinating spectrum of Native American mythology. With over one thousand alphabetically arranged entries, representing over one hundred different Native American cultures, readers can quickly explore the meaning of hundreds of elements of Native lore--from names, phrases, and symbols, to images, motifs, and themes. Accompanying essays take a closer look at other issues related to the origin, development, and perpetuation of Native American mythology, such as the Christian influence on myth, varying mythology between tribes, storytelling, and more. We learn about such mythical creatures as Apotamkin of the Maliseet-Passamaquoddy tribe of the Southeast (a bogey monster with long hair and huge teeth who, through the fear he generates, keeps small children from straying onto thin, newly frozen ice in the winter and unguarded beaches in the summer), ritual healing ceremonials such as the Southwestern Navajo's Uglyway ceremony (a ceremony to remove and protect against the forces of chaos and disorder that give rise to illness), and the Marau ceremony of the Hopi Indians of the Southeast (a complex ceremony concerned with rain, the ripening of corn, and the fertility of women, as well as rites of initiating new members into the society). This compelling volume honors the richness of the beliefs and values of the many peoples of native North America, from northern Mexico to the Artic Circle. In addition, a complete bibliography of primary sources and secondary sources points the way to further research, making this the perfect reference for anyone interested in the mythical history of America's original inhabitants.
Author : Lewis Spence
Publisher : Good Press
Page : 292 pages
File Size : 47,6 Mb
Release : 2023-11-16
Category : History
ISBN : EAN:8596547668893
The primary object of this book is to furnish the reader with a general view of the mythologies of the Native people of North America, accompanied by such historical and ethnological information as will assist him in gauging the real conditions under which this most interesting section of humanity existed. Contents: Divisions, Customs, and History of the Race The Mythologies of the North American Indians Algonquian Myths and Legends Iroquois Myths and Legends Sioux Myths and Legends Myths and Legends of the Pawnees Myths and Legends of the Northern and North-Western Indians
Author : Carl Waldman
Publisher : Infobase Publishing
Page : 386 pages
File Size : 46,5 Mb
Release : 2014-05-14
Category : Indians of North America
ISBN : 9781438110103
A comprehensive, illustrated encyclopedia which provides information on over 150 native tribes of North America, including prehistoric peoples.
Author : Lewis Spence
Publisher : e-artnow
Page : 246 pages
File Size : 50,8 Mb
Release : 2018-11-02
Category : History
ISBN : 9788027245963
This carefully edited historical collection has been designed and formatted to the highest digital standards and adjusted for readability on all devices. The primary object of this book is to furnish the reader with a general view of the mythologies of the Native people of North America, accompanied by such historical and ethnological information as will assist him in gauging the real conditions under which this most interesting section of humanity existed. Contents: Divisions, Customs, and History of the Race The Mythologies of the North American Indians Algonquian Myths and Legends Iroquois Myths and Legends Sioux Myths and Legends Myths and Legends of the Pawnees Myths and Legends of the Northern and North-Western Indians
Author : Facts On File, Incorporated
Publisher : Infobase Publishing
Page : 161 pages
File Size : 49,6 Mb
Release : 2010
Category : Indian mythology
ISBN : 9781438133119
Presents detailed coverage of the deities, legendary heroes and heroines, important animals, objects, and places that make up the mythic lore of the many peoples of North America.
Author : Jim Corrigan
Publisher : Simon and Schuster
Page : 64 pages
File Size : 49,8 Mb
Release : 2014-09-29
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN : 9781422288511
After Christopher Columbus and other European adventurers landed in the Americas during the 15th and 16th centuries, the lands they explored were often called the "New World." However, North, South, and Central America were new only to the people of Europe. Native Americans had lived on the land for millions of years.In some cases, the natives and Europeans were able to live in peace and even learned from each other. Most of the time, however, the European invaders brought with them disease and violence, which spelled the end of the Native Americans' way of life.