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100 1 _aSkinner, Charles M.
_q(Charles Montgomery),
_d1852-1907
245 1 0 _aMyths and Legends of Our Own Land — Volume 01: the Hudson and its hills
264 1 _aSalt Lake City, UT :
_bProject Gutenberg,
_c2004
300 _a1 online resource :
_bmultiple file formats
336 _atext
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_2rdacontent
337 _acomputer
_bc
_2rdamedia
338 _aonline resource
_bcr
_2rdacarrier
500 _aRelease date is 2004-12-14
508 _aProduced by David Widger
520 _a"Myths and Legends of Our Own Land — Volume 01: The Hudson and its hills" by Charles M. Skinner is a historical collection of folklore and tales, likely written during the late 19th century. This volume focuses on the Hudson River and its surrounding hills, presenting a compilation of legends that intertwine with the area's rich history and scenic beauty. The book seeks to illuminate the cultural narrative of America while exploring various characters and stories that contribute to the mythological tapestry of the region. The opening portion of the work establishes an intriguing introduction to American folklore through its exploration of well-known stories, such as "Rip Van Winkle." This narrative introduces Rip, a carefree man who escapes the pressures of his life by wandering into the Catskill Mountains, only to awaken twenty years later in a drastically changed world. It sketches the central theme of transformation and the blend of myth and history, as well as delving into additional tales that evoke themes of supernatural beings, revenge, and the natural elements, setting the stage for a captivating exploration of legends rooted in the Hudson Valley. Each story echoes folklore traditions, revealing the complexities of American identity through the lens of myth. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
534 _nOriginal publication data not identified
653 _aFolklore -- United States
856 4 0 _uhttps://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/6606
999 _c48603
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