02593cam a22003133u 4500 35175 UtSlPG 20260610133813.0 m cr n 260607r2011||||utu|||||o|||||||||||||| d UtSlPG en iso639-1 E011 Schoolcraft, Henry Rowe, 1793-1864 Algic Researches, Comprising Inquiries Respecting the Mental Characteristics of the North American Indians, First Series. Indian Tales and Legends, Vol. 2 of 2 Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg, 2011 1 online resource : multiple file formats text txt rdacontent computer c rdamedia online resource cr rdacarrier Release date is 2011-02-05 Produced by Julia Miller, Josephine Paolucci and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net. (This file was produced from scans of public domain material produced by Microsoft for their Live Search Books site.) "Algic Researches, Comprising Inquiries Respecting the Mental Characteristics of the North American Indians" by Henry Rowe Schoolcraft is a collection of indigenous tales and legends written in the early 19th century. The work includes various narratives that reflect the cultural and mental characteristics of the North American Indians, with a focus on spiritual themes and natural elements. The opening portion presents multiple stories, inviting readers to immerse themselves in the rich folklore that illustrates the experiences and values of these communities. At the start of the volume, we encounter the tale of "The Red Swan," which follows three orphaned brothers as they navigate the challenges of survival in the wilderness. The eldest brother becomes a skilled hunter, while the youngest, Odjibwa, is captivated by a magical Red Swan during a hunt. Faced with a series of adventures, including encounters with magicians and quests for honor, Odjibwa's determination drives him to chase after the elusive bird that embodies both beauty and danger. The narrative sets the stage for a rich exploration of themes such as bravery, respect for tradition, and the interplay between the natural and supernatural worlds, all of which are woven throughout the collection. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Original publication data not identified Indians of North America -- Folklore Hiawatha, active 15th century https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/35175 76020 76020