Indian Legends from the land of Al-ay-ek-sa by Harriet Rossiter
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"Indian Legends from the Land of Al-ay-ek-sa" by Harriet Rossiter is a collection of Native American folklore and legends written during the early 20th century. This book explores the rich cultural heritage of the Indigenous peoples of Alaska, preserving their stories and traditions that have been passed down through generations. The work likely serves to highlight the impact of colonization on these cultures and showcases the beauty and depth of their spiritual
and social narratives. The book presents a variety of ancient legends, beginning with the tale of a great flood caused by the Great Spirit and the subsequent separation of tribes. One notable story featured is that of Koot-da-nah, who drowns while hunting, leading his brother Too-ke-tni-ka to seek vengeance against the chief's son who has been unfaithful to Koot-da-nah's wife. This narrative explores themes of family loyalty, justice, and the powerful bond of kinship within Native cultures. Other stories emphasize the magical elements of nature and the significant role of storytelling in preserving identity. The tales culminate in reflections on peace and cohabitation, addressing the historical conflicts between tribes and ultimately expressing hope for unity and harmony among all peoples. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Rossiter, Harriet |
|---|---|
| Title | Indian Legends from the land of Al-ay-ek-sa |
| Original Publication | United States: Harriet Rossiter & E.C. Howard,1925. |
| Credits | Jeroen Hellingman and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at www.pgdp.net/ for Project Gutenberg. (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive/American Libraries.) |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 87.7 (6th grade). Easy to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | E011: History: America: America |
| Subject | Indians of North America -- Alaska -- Folklore |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 68201 |
| ISBN (HTML) | 979-8-238-68201-3 |
| Release Date | May 29, 2022 |
| Last Update | Oct 18, 2024 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 440 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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