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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 06 : Central States and Great Lakes
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
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_2rdacarrier
500 _aRelease date is 2004-12-14
508 _aProduced by David Widger
520 _a"Myths and Legends of Our Own Land — Volume 06: Central States and Great Lakes" by Charles M. Skinner is a collection of folklore and historical narratives written in the late 19th century. This volume explores the rich tapestry of myths, legends, and stories specific to the Central States and Great Lakes region, encapsulating the cultural heritage and unique myths that surround these geographical locales. The opening of the book presents several intriguing tales that delve into various themes, such as conflict between settlers and Native Americans, supernatural encounters, and moral lessons. Stories like "An Averted Peril" recount tense moments during early treaties with Native tribes, while "The Witch of Pictured Rocks" and "Bill Quick" highlight the intertwining of human lives with folklore and supernatural elements. These narratives serve not only as entertainment but also as reflections of the societal fears, aspirations, and the natural world within which these communities thrived. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
534 _nOriginal publication data not identified
653 _aFolklore -- United States
856 4 0 _uhttps://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/6611
999 _c48608
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