Native American Myths and Legends

Omtale

This deluxe hardback anthology brings together incredible tales from Native American folklore, presented in a beautiful volume with gold gilded page edges.This fascinating volume collects together myths and legends from across the North American continent, ranging from the Tlingit of Alaska to the Sioux and Cherokee of the Great Plains to the Seneca of the Atlantic coast. With stories on the creation of the world, the adventures of Gods and heroes, the nature of the cosmos, and tricksters like Coyote and Raven, these tales are sure to entertain and amaze.Tales include:• How the World Was Made (Cherokee)• Origin of the Winds (Inuit)• Why the Aspen Leaves are Never Still (Blackfoot)• How the Seasons Came to be (Ojibwa)• War with the Sky People (Thompson River)• The Northern Lights (Wabanski)In these classic retellings previously compiled by Professor of History Katharine Berry Judson, these stories will immerse readers in the many and varied cultures of the Native Americans, each with their own languages, folklore and traditions.ABOUT THE SERIES: The Arcturus Gilded Classics series presents luxury gift editions of classics works, printed on opulent ivory paper, featuring hardcover Wibalin binding, foil-embossed cover designs, beautifully designed end-papers and gilded page edges. These make perfect collectibles for lovers of classic literature.