The Song of Hiawatha

The Song of Hiawatha is an epic poem written by American poet Henry Wadsworth Longfellow. The poem tells the story of Hiawatha, an Ojibwe warrior and leader, and his people who lived in the Great Lakes region of North America. The poem is divided into 22 sections, each describing a different aspect of Hiawatha's life and the world around him.The poem begins with the arrival of a prophet who tells the people of Hiawatha's birth and his destiny to become a great leader. Hiawatha grows up and becomes a skilled hunter and warrior. He falls in love with a woman named Minnehaha, and they marry and have a child together.Throughout the poem, Hiawatha faces many challenges, including battles with other tribes and natural disasters such as tornadoes and floods. He also learns important lessons about forgiveness and the importance of community.The Song of Hiawatha is known for its use of rhythm and repetition, as well as its vivid descriptions of nature and Native American culture. It has been praised for its portrayal of Native American life and its celebration of their traditions and values. The poem has been adapted into plays, operas, and other works of art, and remains a beloved classic of American literature.1907. One of Longfellow�������s most recognizable works, The Song of Hiawatha is based on an accumulation of American Indian stories and legends, with much of the work being based on The Myth of Hiawatha compiled by Jane and Henry Rowe Schoolcraft. See other titles by this author available from Kessinger Publishing.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.