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100 1 _aSpeck, Frank G.
_q(Frank Gouldsmith),
_d1881-1950
245 1 0 _aMyths and Folk-lore of the Timiskaming Algonquin and Timagami Ojibwa
264 1 _aSalt Lake City, UT :
_bProject Gutenberg,
_c2021
300 _a1 online resource :
_bmultiple file formats
336 _atext
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337 _acomputer
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_2rdamedia
338 _aonline resource
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_2rdacarrier
500 _aRelease date is 2021-10-10
508 _aJeroen Hellingman and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net/ for Project Gutenberg (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive/Canadian Libraries)
520 _a"Myths and Folk-lore of the Timiskaming Algonquin and Timagami Ojibwa" by F. G. Speck is a scientific publication written in the early 20th century. This work documents and analyzes the myths and folk-lore of the Timiskaming Algonquin and Timagami Ojibwa peoples, focusing on key cultural narratives and traditions. The text explores various stories involving the trickster character Wiske·djak, as well as other cultural legends, providing insights into the values, beliefs, and natural environment of these Indigenous communities. The opening of the publication introduces the reader to the first chapter, which details the Wiske·djak cycle, a series of tales centered around this clever and mischievous trickster. Initially, the reader learns about Wiske·djak's relentless pursuits, his interactions with animals, and the challenges he faces in achieving his goals. Through vivid storytelling and cultural context, the text illustrates Wiske·djak's various escapades, including chasing beavers and contending with bear encounters. As he navigates through his adventures, the narrative interweaves themes of humor, survival, and the connection between the natural and supernatural worlds in Algonquin culture. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
534 _nOriginal publication data not identified
653 _aIndians of North America -- Folklore
653 _aOjibwa Indians -- Folklore
653 _aTimiskaming Indians -- Folklore
856 4 0 _uhttps://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/66509
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