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100 1 _aJones, James Athearn,
_d1791-1854
245 1 0 _aTraditions of the North American Indians, Vol. 2
264 1 _aSalt Lake City, UT :
_bProject Gutenberg,
_c2007
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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500 _aRelease date is 2007-03-15
508 _aProduced by David Schaal, Charlene Taylor, Chuck Greif and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by the Canadian Institute for Historical Microreproductions (www.canadiana.org))
520 _a"Traditions of the North American Indians, Vol. 2" by James Athearn Jones is a collection of Native American folklore and myths written in the early 19th century. This volume presents a rich tapestry of legends, including tales of creation, cultural heroes, and traditions from various tribes, showcasing their beliefs and values. The book likely serves as a valuable resource for understanding the spiritual and cultural heritage of North American indigenous peoples. At the start of the volume, the narrative begins with the story of the old man Chappewee, who created the world and its first inhabitants. He swiftly introduces the themes of obedience and disobedience among his children, leading to profound consequences for humankind. The text combines vivid descriptions with moral lessons, intricately connecting human experiences with the natural world, as seen through the lens of indigenous storytelling. The opening lays a foundational understanding of the interconnectedness of life, creation, and the universal presence of both joy and suffering in people's existence. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
534 _nOriginal publication data not identified
653 _aIndians of North America -- Folklore
856 4 0 _uhttps://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/20827
999 _c62062
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