02481cam a22003613u 4500 73418 UtSlPG 20260610134710.0 m cr n 260607r20241912utu|||||o|||||||||||||| d UtSlPG en iso639-1 E011 Curtin, Jeremiah, 1835-1906 Myths of the Modocs Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg, 2024 1 online resource : multiple file formats text txt rdacontent computer c rdamedia online resource cr rdacarrier Release date is 2024-04-17 Jeroen Hellingman and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net/ for Project Gutenberg (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive.) "Myths of the Modocs" by Jeremiah Curtin is a collection of indigenous myths and folklore written in the late 19th century. The book delves into the rich tapestry of Modoc culture, exploring their creation stories, beliefs, and connection to the land, particularly the sacred region of Klamath Lake and Lost River. Throughout the text, core figures from Modoc mythology are likely highlighted, examining their roles in shaping the world and the Modoc people's understanding of existence. At the start of the book, the introduction offers a historical context of the Modoc people, detailing their experiences before and during the Modoc War and the impacts of colonization by white settlers. It sets the stage for an exploration of the Modocs' mythology, emphasizing the significance of sacred places and the relationship between the people and their environment. The opening also introduces essential characters like Kumush, the creator figure, and Látkakáwas, as well as hints at various myths that will be unfolded, establishing a foundation for understanding the spiritual and cultural nuances embedded in the stories that follow. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Originally published: London: Sampson Low, Marston & Company, Limited, 1912 Indians of North America -- Folklore Modoc Indians -- Folklore Modoc mythology Modoc Indians -- Religion Curtin, M. A. https://archive.org/details/b24851309/page/n7/mode/2up https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/73418 114143 114143