Smith, Bertha H. creator Lundborg, Florence 1871-1949 text utu 2015 monographic en 1 online resource : multiple file formats "Yosemite Legends" by Bertha H. Smith is a collection of Native American folklore and mythology, written in the early 20th century. This book explores the rich tapestry of stories associated with the Yosemite Valley and its indigenous people, focusing on the legends that explain the natural world and the cultural heritage of the Ah-wah-nee-chees tribe. Through these narratives, it captures the essence of the wilderness and the spiritual beliefs of the Native American people connected to these lands. In "Yosemite Legends," the author presents a series of captivating tales that delve into the relationships between the Ah-wah-nee-chees and various natural elements in Yosemite. Each legend offers insights into the environment, featuring characters like Tu-tock-ah-nu-lah, the Rock Chief, and Tis-sa-ack, the Goddess of the Valley, whose stories highlight themes of love, loss, and the fight against the encroaching threats of the outside world. The legends reveal the cultural significance of landmarks such as Bridal Veil Falls (Po-ho-no) and the trials of figures like Chief Ten-ie-ya, weaving a narrative that emphasizes both the beauty of nature and the struggles faced by the Native American tribes. The illustrations complement the text, enriching the reader's understanding of Yosemite's legendary landscape. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Yo-sem-i-te, Large Grizzly Bear -- Po-ho-no, Spirit of the Evil Wind -- Hum-moo, the Lost Arrow -- Py-we-ack, the White Water -- Tu-tock-ah-nu-lah and Tis-sa-ack -- Kom-po-pai-ses, Leaping Frog Rocks. Release date is 2015-09-20 Produced by Rachael Schultz, Sam W. and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive/American Libraries.) Original publication data not identified Yosemite Valley (Calif.) PS Original publication data not identified 04022253 https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/50017 https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/50017 UtSlPG 260607 20260610134141.0 50017