| Author |
Larned, W. T. (William Trowbridge) |
| Illustrator |
Rae, John, 1882-1963 |
| LoC No. |
22005216
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| Title |
American Indian Fairy Tales
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 88.9 (6th grade). Easy to read.
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| Credits |
Produced by David Widger from page images generously
provided by the Internet Archive
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| Summary |
"American Indian Fairy Tales" by W. T. Larned is a collection of folklore stories written in the early 20th century. The work draws upon legends collected by Henry R. Schoolcraft and emphasizes the narratives of the Native American culture, integrating themes of courage, wisdom, and the relationship between humans and nature. The book’s structure features various tales, enriching readers with insights into the traditions of American Indians. At the start of the book, the reader is introduced to Iagoo, a revered storyteller among the children of his tribe. He possesses vast knowledge of nature and folklore, captivating the young ones with tales about animals, the changing seasons, and the mystical beings of their world. The first story he shares recounts the adventures of Shin-ge-bis, a charming diver who, undeterred by the fierce North Wind, asserts his bravery and cleverness. This opening sets the tone for a series of enchanting stories that reflect the values, challenges, and joys of life as understood by Native Americans. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Language |
English |
| LoC Class |
E011: History: America: America
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| Subject |
Indians of North America -- Folklore
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| Subject |
Fairy tales -- North America
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| Subject |
Tales -- North America
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
45279 |
| Release Date |
Mar 31, 2014 |
| Most Recently Updated |
May 17, 2014 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
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