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Myths of the Cherokee by James Mooney (1996, Trade Paperback)
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Product Identifiers
PublisherDover Publications, Incorporated
ISBN-100486289079
ISBN-139780486289076
eBay Product ID (ePID)743985
Product Key Features
Book TitleMyths of the Cherokee
Number of Pages608 Pages
LanguageEnglish
TopicFairy Tales, Folk Tales, Legends & Mythology, Folklore & Mythology, Ethnic Studies / Native American Studies, Native American
Publication Year1996
IllustratorYes
GenreSocial Science, Fiction, History
AuthorJames Mooney
Book SeriesNative American Ser.
FormatTrade Paperback
Dimensions
Item Weight31.6 Oz
Item Length9 in
Item Width6 in
Additional Product Features
Intended AudienceTrade
LCCN95-022350
Dewey Edition20
Dewey Decimal398.208
Edition DescriptionReprint,Unabridged edition
Synopsis126 myths: sacred stories, animal myths, local legends, many more. Plus background on Cherokee history, notes on the myths and parallels. Features 20 maps and illustrations., Noted anthropologist James Mooney (1861-1921) spent much of his life studying American Indians. In North Carolina, he lived for several years with the Cherokee, studying their language, culture, and mythology. His research resulted in this comprehensive volume, comprising 126 Cherokee myths, including sacred stories, animal myths, local legends, wonder stories, historical traditions, and miscellaneous myths and legends. Among the myths included are these: How the World Was Made; Origin of Strawberries; Why the Deer's Teeth Are Blunt; How the Turkey Got His Beard; The Rattlesnake's Vengeance; The Ice Man; The First Fire; Why the Possum's Tail Is Bare; The Bride from the South; The Water Cannibals; The Haunted Whirlpool; The War Medicine, and many more. In addition to his clear retelling of the myths themselves, the author provides extensive background information on Cherokee history, notes on the myths, parallels between Cherokee and other myths, and further important information. Anyone interested in mythology or Native American legend and lore will welcome this treasury of authentic tales presented in the context of Cherokee history, life, and culture.
LC Classification NumberE99.C5M763 1995
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- 04 May, 2017
Excellent for research
Myths of the Cherokee is true to form. Written by one of the many authors who sought to preserve what they thought was a vanishing people and culture. I have heard these stories all my life and have repeated them many times over the years to my relations, friends and anyone else interested in how people were taught to be friendly, but cautious and ever vigilant in maintaining their native roots and heritage. Every story has a lesson and a moral to life. Great reading for everyone and gives the reader a glimpse into Cherokee life as it was and still is for millions of Cherokee descendants today.Verified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-owned
- 05 May, 2020
Awesome.
Different then what's pictured but same content. Wonderful addition to my collection.Verified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-owned
- 08 Jun, 2020
Myths of Cherokee
Arrived today in good shape thank youVerified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-owned
