Release date is 2015-03-12

Foreword -- The boy who set a snare for the sun -- Manabozho, the mischief-maker -- The red swan -- The celestial sisters -- Gray Eagle and his five brothers -- He of the little shell -- Osseoj, the son of the Evening Star -- The wonderful exploits of Grasshopper -- The toad-woman -- The origin of the robin -- White feather and the six giants -- Sheem, the forsaken boy -- Strong Desire and the Red Sorcerer -- The magic packet -- The man with his leg tied up -- Leelinau, the lost daughter -- The winter spirit and his visitor -- The enchanted moccasins -- The Weendigoes and the bone-dwarf -- The fire-plume -- The bird lover -- Bokwewa, the humpback -- The little boy-man -- Wunzh, the father of Indian corn.

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"The Indian Fairy Book" by Henry Rowe Schoolcraft is a collection of Native American fairy tales written in the early 20th century. This anthology features enchanting legends passed down through generations, capturing the essence of indigenous culture and mythology, often focusing on magical elements and moral lessons intertwined with nature. At the start of the collection, the foreword introduces Schoolcraft as a pioneer in documenting Native American stories, having immersed himself in their communities for decades. The opening tale, “The Boy Who Set a Snare for the Sun,” recounts the adventures of a young boy determined to catch the sun to avenge a burned bird-skin coat. His journey explores themes of courage, determination, and the natural balance between humanity and the divine, setting the stage for a captivating series of stories rooted in cultural traditions and values. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

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