Handbook of Native American Mythology (Handbooks of World Mythology) | 
| Authors: Dawn E Bastian, Judy K Mitchell
Publisher: Oxford University Press, USA
Category: Book
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Media: Paperback
Edition: Oxford University Press Pbk
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Pages: 320
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Dimensions (in): 9 x 6.1 x 0.7
ISBN: 0195342321
Dewey Decimal Number: 398.208997
EAN: 9780195342321
ASIN: 0195342321
Publication Date: May 7, 2008
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Product Description
This revealing work introduces readers to the mythologies of Native Americans from the United States to the Arctic Circle-a rich, complex, and diverse body of lore, which remains less widely known than mythologies of other peoples and places.
In thematic chapters and encyclopedia-style entries, Handbook of Native American Mythology examines the characters and deities, rituals, sacred locations and objects, concepts, and stories that define mythological cultures of various indigenous peoples. By tracing the traditions as far back as possible and following their evolution from generation to generation, Handbook of Native American Mythology offers a unique perspective on Native American history, culture, and values. It also shows how central these traditions are to contemporary Native American life, including the continuing struggle for land rights, economic parity, and repatriation of cultural property.
With more than 40 photographs, illustrations, and maps, here is the most comprehensive and accessible introduction to the mythological heritage of Native North Americans available in one volume.
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