American Indian Myths and Legends

More than 160 tales from eighty tribal groups gives us 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. 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.

With black-and-white illustrations throughout
Selected and edited by Richard Erdoes and Alfonso Ortiz
Part of the Pantheon Fairy Tale and Folklore Library

Binding Type: Paperback
Author: Erdoes, Richard
Published: 08/12/1985
Publisher: Pantheon Books
ISBN: 9780394740188
Pages: 544
Weight: 1.65lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.10w x 1.40d