02277cam a22003133u 4500 36559 UtSlPG 20260610133832.0 m cr n 260607r2011||||utu|||||o|||||||||||||| d UtSlPG en iso639-1 E011 De Voe, Carrie Legends of the Kaw 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 2011-06-30 Produced by David Edwards, Anna Hall and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive) "Legends of The Kaw: The Folk-Lore of the Indians of the Kansas River Valley" by Carrie De Voe is a collection of folk tales and myths written in the early 20th century. This work delves into the rich oral traditions of Native American tribes, particularly focusing on the Kaws, as well as other tribes native to the Kansas River Valley. The book aims to preserve these stories, many of which revolve around themes of creation, nature, and the human experience, while also offering insights into the spirituality and beliefs of Indigenous peoples. At the start of the collection, the author introduces readers to the significance of legends and folklore among Native American cultures, emphasizing their importance in conveying deep truths and historical narratives. The narrative presents a mix of mythology and history, outlining the lives of various tribes and touching on their relationships with nature, their gods, and each other. The opening pages invite readers into an ancient world, where creatures and spirits are integral to understanding the cosmos and human existence, setting the stage for the rich tales that follow in subsequent chapters. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Original publication data not identified Indians of North America -- Folklore Indians of North America -- Kansas https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/36559 77399 77399