02208cam a22003253u 4500 54682 UtSlPG 20260610134248.0 m cr n 260607r2017||||utu|||||o|||||||||||||| d 02002767 UtSlPG en iso639-1 E011 Cushing, Frank Hamilton, 1857-1900 Zuñi Folk Tales Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg, 2017 1 online resource : multiple file formats text txt rdacontent computer c rdamedia online resource cr rdacarrier Release date is 2017-05-08 E-text prepared by Larry B. Harrison, Sam W., and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team (http://www.pgdp.net) from page images generously made available by Internet Archive (https://archive.org) "Zuñi Folk Tales" by Frank Hamilton Cushing is a collection of folklore written in the late 19th century. The book captures traditional tales of the Zuñi people, exploring their customs, beliefs, and mythology, highlighting the cultural significance of storytelling in their society. The opening of the book introduces multiple stories, starting with "The Trial of Lovers," which narrates a young man's quest to win the heart of a beautiful maiden named Mátsaki. This young man faces trials set by the maiden, testing his love and dedication. We witness other suitors fail as they are driven away by swarms of insects, symbolizing the challenges love often presents. In a parallel story, "The Youth and His Eagle," a young man is torn between his affection for a beautiful eagle who turns into a maiden and the consequences of venturing into a dangerous world. These tales form a rich tapestry of lessons about love, loyalty, and the complexities of human desire, offering readers a glimpse into the vibrant culture and beliefs of the Zuñi people. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Original publication data not identified Zuni Indians -- Folklore Powell, John Wesley, 1834-1902 https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/54682 95514 95514