02125cam a22003013u 4500 22072 UtSlPG 20260610133517.0 m cr n 260607r2007||||utu|||||o|||||||||||||| d UtSlPG en iso639-1 E011 Anonymous Folk-Lore and Legends: North American Indian Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg, 2007 1 online resource : multiple file formats text txt rdacontent computer c rdamedia online resource cr rdacarrier Release date is 2007-07-14 Produced by Julie Barkley, Sam W. and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net "Folk-Lore and Legends: North American Indian" by Anonymous is a collection of folklore tales written in the late 19th century. This compilation seeks to illuminate the primitive character and beliefs of North American Indigenous peoples through their rich tapestry of myths and legends. The stories portray themes of nature, morality, and the complexities of human emotions, often featuring significant cultural figures like Manabozho, a prominent character in several tales. The opening of the collection introduces readers to various Indigenous narratives, emphasizing their values and cultural significance. It begins with the tale of Moowis, a young man whose unrequited love leads him down a path of magic and mischief, where he creates a figure from rags to teach a lesson to the woman who spurned him. It evokes a sense of the enchanting yet harsh realities of life, and weaves in themes of love, pride, and transformation. As the narrative unfolds, it becomes evident that these stories serve not only as entertainment but also as valuable insights into the spiritual and moral fabric of Native American societies. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Original publication data not identified Indians of North America -- Folklore https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/22072 63216 63216