Legends of the Kaw : The folk-lore of the Indians of the Kansas River Valley
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"Legends of The Kaw: The Folk-Lore of the Indians of the Kansas River Valley" by Carrie De Voe is a collection of folk tales and myths written in the early 20th century. This work delves into the rich oral traditions of Native American tribes, particularly focusing on the Kaws, as well as other tribes native to the Kansas River Valley. The book aims to preserve these stories, many of which revolve around
themes of creation, nature, and the human experience, while also offering insights into the spirituality and beliefs of Indigenous peoples. At the start of the collection, the author introduces readers to the significance of legends and folklore among Native American cultures, emphasizing their importance in conveying deep truths and historical narratives. The narrative presents a mix of mythology and history, outlining the lives of various tribes and touching on their relationships with nature, their gods, and each other. The opening pages invite readers into an ancient world, where creatures and spirits are integral to understanding the cosmos and human existence, setting the stage for the rich tales that follow in subsequent chapters. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | De Voe, Carrie |
|---|---|
| Title | Legends of the Kaw : The folk-lore of the Indians of the Kansas River Valley |
| Credits |
Produced by David Edwards, Anna Hall and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive) |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 70.1 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | E011: History: America: America |
| Subject | Indians of North America -- Folklore |
| Subject | Indians of North America -- Kansas |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 36559 |
| ISBN (HTML) | 979-8-238-36559-6 |
| Release Date | Jun 30, 2011 |
| Last Update | Jan 7, 2021 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 747 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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