North American Mythology

North American Mythology by Hartley Burr Alexander is a comprehensive study of the mythology of North America, covering the myths and legends of the Indigenous peoples of the continent. The book is divided into chapters that focus on different cultural groups, including the Algonquian, Iroquois, Sioux, and Navajo, among others. Each chapter provides a detailed exploration of the myths and beliefs of the culture, including creation stories, tales of heroes and gods, and explanations of natural phenomena. The book also includes a section on comparative mythology, examining the similarities and differences between the myths of different cultures. North American Mythology is an essential resource for anyone interested in the mythology and folklore of North America, and provides a fascinating insight into the beliefs and traditions of the continent's Indigenous peoples.1937. Volume X of the series �������The Mythology of All Races.������� An exhaustive compendium of North American mythology. Beautifully and copiously illustrated. Contents: The far north; Forest tribes; Gulf region; Great plains; Mountain and desert; Pueblo dwellers; Pacific coast; Notes and bibliography.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.